Hong Kong
Hang Seng Bank unveils Prestige Club programme
Hang Seng Bank unveils Prestige Club programme
Members get privileges and discounts in Hainan Airlines, China Mobile, amongst others.
Hong Kong: At the forefront of digitalisation and evolving international disputes
Shareholder and joint venture disputes are booming in Hong Kong, often involving offshore jurisdictions.
Home sales hit highest quarterly level since 2021: report
Residential prices to rise by close to 10% this year, whilst Grade A office rents are forecast to grow 4% to 6%.
Mox Bank launches annual travel cover for unlimited trips
Customers can purchase policies, manage coverage and file claims through the mobile app.
Wah Kwong NatPower, CKS to advance Hong Kong water transport electrification
The partnership will explore electric vessels, charging networks, and battery-swap systems.
Hong Kong holds 4th spot in global shipping centre index
The city remained amongst the world’s top five maritime hubs as Shanghai overtook London for second place.
Kwai Chung building up for sale with 120,000 sq. ft. GFA
It will be sold in its existing condition and may contain incomplete works.
Hang Seng Bank joins Alipay+ network
Customers can make QR payments at over 100 million merchants through one mobile app.
HSBC pilots digital structured product issuance in Hong Kong
Pilot transaction tests faster issuance, settlement, and servicing for institutional investors.
Hong Kong sets 2028 start, 2033 opening for Pak Shek Kok Station
Detailed planning and design for the station will proceed.
Midea, Hutchison Ports sign MoU to enhance port, logistics cooperation
YANTIAN named as the initial collaboration hub.
AI forecasting seen lifting taxi earnings 20%
The DASH-HKUST system points drivers to demand hotspots, lifting trips and cutting idle time.
Hong Kong consumers stay cautious despite stronger cash flow
Fewer consumers expect payment difficulties, but recession and inflation concerns continue to weigh on spending.
Hong Kong workers see stricter office norms, weaker pay gains
The findings point to a gap between employee expectations and workplace realities.
SMEs hit by triple business squeeze
Survey shows outbound spending and higher expenses continue to pressure earnings.
Hong Kong shoppers resist AI payments despite 74% adoption
Nearly one in two shoppers remain hesitant to let AI complete purchases after approval.
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