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Gov’t tightens scaffold net rules after Tai Po fire
Gov’t tightens scaffold net rules after Tai Po fire
Construction sites are monitored; authorities enforce safety regulations strictly.
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Land prices exceed 30% in H2 as developers regain appetite: JLL
Developers have regained their appetite for land acquisition and confidence in the residential market.
1 hour ago
Construction output weakens in Q3 as private sector activity falls
Private output dropped 18.1%, whilst public works rose 7.7%.
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Monetary Authority lowers base rate to 4%
The decrease followed a 25-basis point downward adjustment in the US federal funds target.
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HKTDC forecasts exports to grow 8-9% in 2026
AI electronics demand was cited by 53.2% of exporters as the key growth driver.
2 hours ago
Retail rents to further decline in 2026, says JLL
JLL expects vacancy rates to stay high in 2026 as closures outpace new take-up.
1 day ago
Hong Kong reclaims top global IPO ranking after 2025 fundraising surge
Funds raised surged 210% as A+H listings dominate issuance.
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Hong Kong business leaders take defensive stance as tariffs reshape costs
37% of Hong Kong leaders said they had paused major investment decisions, and a quarter have implemented hiring freezes.
1 day ago
Security fears slow Hong Kong’s AI adoption
Despite rising digital wallet use, Hong Kong consumers remain hesitant toward AI-driven retail.
1 day ago
Fragmented rules threaten Hong Kong’s decarbonisation drive
Experts say Hong Kong must streamline permitting to stay competitive.
1 day ago
Far East Consortium sells Perth Ritz-Carlton stake for $515m
An instalment of $103.45m (A$20m) has already been paid by Generation Essentials Group to Far East Consortium.
1 day ago
KPay, Global Payments launch ‘Tap to Pay on iPhone’ service
Merchants can accept contactless payments using an iPhone XS or a later model.
2 days ago
Gov’t launches consultation on crypto reporting rules
The move follows plans to complete legislative amendments in 2026.
2 days ago
Government cites economic growth but warns of external risks
Diffusion index on business receipts dipped in November.
2 days ago
Harneys signs eight-year lease in Hongkong Land tower
Harneys is also a returning tenant.
2 days ago
IT services post 99% YoY jump in Q3 receipts
Service industries will also benefit from continued improvement in local consumer sentiment.
2 days ago
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