Hong Kong
Cathay Pacific launches HK-Seattle flights with five times weekly service
Cathay Pacific launches HK-Seattle flights with five times weekly service
The service extends its North American passenger network to nine destinations.
More than half of employees turn to AI for work advice
Trust in executives fell, whilst managers gained trust.
Unauthorised access exposes personal data of 6,800 CSD workers
Personal data relating to serving and former staff was subject to unauthorised access.
Mastercard debuts live AI agent transaction in Hong Kong
The AI agent executed ride booking through hoppa network.
HKIA moves 15 airlines to Terminal 2 starting 27 May
The relication will proceed in phases ahead of the summer travel surge.
HK MBA demand shifts to specialised tracks
Enrolment across three local universities slipped 1.1% to 631 students last year.
Hong Kong holds global third place in global financial centres Index
The city remains Asia Pacific’s top financial centre.
Analysts see support for home prices
Firms cite launches, lower HIBOR.
Higher income and asset limits set for public rental housing in 2026–27
Income limits rise by 2.8%, whilst asset limits increase by 1.4%.
Cathay to raise April surcharges as jet fuel, crude prices surge amidst ME crisis
The airline will review fuel surcharges every two weeks.
Total exports rise 24.7% to $408.8b in February
Meanwhile, imports grew by 29.9% to $472.9b.
Hong Kong family offices adopt AI but hold off on investing
A survey found that whilst 84% use AI now, none are currently seeking investment opportunities.
Hong Kong outpaces Greater China peers with fit-out costs above $1,200 psf
Cushman & Wakefield's 2026 Guide ranked the city as the 8th most expensive APAC market for new office interiors.
William Lee joins Harneys Hong Kong corporate practice as firm expands partner ranks
He will advise on M&A and capital markets transactions.
Carta opens Hong Kong office for $240b private markets push
New hub complements Singapore regional headquarters.
Wellcome, COFCO target $100m sales in first year
Partnership spans supply and marketing.
Private capital professionals see stable pay, no cuts in 2026, report says
Around one in three expect an increase of 10% to 20%.
Commentary
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