Hong Kong

Banks in Hong Kong and the mainland still face subdued loan demand.

Its impaired loan ratio is expected to remain high in 2025.

The slower growth suggests untapped potential in a market already recognised for its liquidity, regulatory framework.

The firm reaffirmed its fair value estimate at $130 and maintained a 3-star rating, suggesting the stock is fairly valued at current levels.

The city dropped to 140th place in the 2025 World Press Freedom Index.

An appeal hearing is set for late August.

Four of the five major business districts saw declines in vacancy rates.

Jane Street leased over 223,000 square feet of New Central Harbourfront Site 3 Phase 1.Henderson Land Development Company Limited (Henderson Land) struck the largest single office leasing deal in the central business district in decades, leasing more than 223,000 sq. ft. to Jane Street.

Gen Z accounted for 26.9% of total originations.

Eligible cardholders can have early access to priority booking before public sales.

HSBC’s commercial customers can issue virtual cards through a portal.

Many exporters opted to “frontload” their orders in the early months of 2025.

The MoU focuses on enhancing network operations and management through AI.

This was part of the new Employment (Amendment) Bill 2025.

More than 90% of companies want to hire the best foreign talent.

Its ranking in four competitiveness factors improved across the board.