Markets

Office rents rise 0.4% as Central’s prime towers near full occupancy

537,000 sq ft net absorption marks gradual recovery.
3 days ago

HSI surges 27% in 2025 as AI hardware pivot axes 4-year slump

IPO momentum, AI tech growth, and regulatory reforms boost the region’s equities.
4 days ago

Job market stalls as 2,900 jobs vanish despite steady 3.8% rate

Labour underemployment rose slightly to 1.7%.
5 days ago

PwC demands tax overhaul as land revenue misses by 38%

Total fiscal reserves are projected to fall to $654.1b by the end of March 2026.
6 days ago

IPO market projected to reach $350b in 2026

Retail, consumer, IT, and biotech sectors lead Hong Kong IPOs.

Kangji Medical, Knight Bidco release privatisation scheme circular

The Independent Board Committee deems the proposal to be fair and reasonable.

HK records varying market dynamics in July

Overall office leasing market recorded a positive net absorption of 189,500 sq ft.

Hong Kong reclaims role as alternative private equity hub in 2025: report

Whilst PE-backed IPO activity in mainland China remains historically low, Hong Kong is increasingly serving as a preferred alternative.

HKEX maintains strong margins amidst China market uncertainty: analyst

HKEX is forecast to deliver a 69.4% operating margin and a 75.1% adjusted EBITDA margin in 2025.

Foshan Haitian raises $10.01b with top-range IPO pricing

Shares were priced at $36.30 each—the highest point in the offer range.

China CITIC Bank International holds firm with solid capital and liquidity: analyst

The bank’s exposure to property development and investment in Hong Kong accounted for 13% of gross loans at the end of 2024. 

HSVM: ETF market needs policy boost to unlock growth

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

SHKP maintains fair value at $130 amidst market softness: report

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

CGSI raises HKEX target to $520 with surge in IPO pipeline

CGSI raised its earnings forecast for HKEX across the board. 

HK amongst first to adopt international disclosure standards

This shows the city's commitment to improving sustainability transparency in markets.

How optimistic are Hong Kong businesses now?

Top priorities over the next three years include customer acquisition.