Hong Kong

HSBC Life posts 21.5% share of new premiums in Q1 2025

The insurer wrote over HK$20b in new business premiums during the period. 

McDonald’s-leased HK retail sites hit market in $1.2b sale

The properties are located in high-traffic areas including Tsim Sha Tsui, Causeway Bay, Mong Kok, among others.

Hong Kong tourism rises 11.9% with Mainland travel rebound

Hotel occupancy averaged around 85% in 2024, but the Average Daily Rate (ADR) dropped 4.3% YoY.

Lalamove expands Middle East operations

It will set up a branch in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia later this year.

Median hourly wage increase outpaces average inflation

Median hourly wage climbed from $60.0 to $82.9 in ten years.

SFC and ICAC arrest former execs of listed company

The joint operation uncovered suspected market manipulation and corruption.

Hong Kong Airlines to add Melbourne route in December

Three return flights will be operated per week.

Hong Kong insurance premiums hit $28.6b in Q1 2025

This was driven by robust growth in both long-term and general insurance business.

HK employers face rising benefit costs, financial strain: report

Mental health, health benefits, and financial wellbeing are the three areas most employers in the region are planning to enhance over the next three years.

Nearly 65% of retailers utilise marketplaces

Only around 40% of retailers use their websites to sell.

Mainland Chinese deposits surge as Hong Kong insurers gain

End-2024, Hong Kong’s MCV insurance market reached HK$62.5b (US$8b).

Commercial floors at 382 Lockhart Road up for sale

The indicative price is set at $398M, or approximately $8,405 per square foot.

Hong Kong logistics rental softens in H1

Tenants’ adjustment and tariff risks dragged rental prices and activities.