Hong Kong

HSBC’s profit after tax down 17.91% to $5.5b in Q3

Operating expenses rose, whilst banking NII rose and wealth performance was strong.

Banks and MNCs boost Hong Kong office take-up, JLL says

Multinational tenants drive sustained demand in the Grade A segment.

First Andaz Hong Kong hotel to rise in Central Crossing in 2027

The hotel will featuring 125 guestrooms and suites.

Insurance premiums rise in Q2 amidst Mainland tourist influx: Jefferies

Premiums peaked at $90b as the city saw its highest tourist number since the pandemic.

CTF Life expands hospital network with 3 major Hong Kong partners

The hospital joined CTF Life’s PrimeChamp Doctor Network.

Office market faces prolonged downturn despite early stability: CBRE

CBRE noted new occupiers are entering less frequently, with most expansions led by existing tenants.

Hong Kong’s BEA unveils multi-currency debit card

It supports withdrawal at over 2.5 million access points worldwide.

Menstrual blood not reliable for cervical screening, Health dep’t says

The DH stressed that all screening methods have their limitations.

HSBC Life records 17.6% share in Q2’25 new business premiums

The CEO attributed the results to steady demand for savings and wealth management.

Creature Comforts expands 24-hour ‘fear-free’ animal hospital in Shau Kei Wan

The 11,000 sq ft facility introduces advanced surgical suites, a CT scan, and a new community teaching space.

Travellers from Hong Kong prefer romantic fiction-based trips: Booking.com

More than half also want journeys based on games, memories, amongst others.

HongKong Land opens first glass recycling facility

The facility at Tomorrow’s CENTRAL converts glass into low-carbon cement.

Inflation unchanged in September

Price increases were recorded in transport, alcoholic drinks and tobacco, amongst others.

Jobless rate rises to 3.9% as hiring slows

Construction and social work record higher unemployment in Q3.

Forest Pavilion brings Japanese-inspired bathing to Kai Tak

It features a 50-metre outdoor pool framed by trees and stone-edged lounges.