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CBRE to sell prime real estate assets in Kowloon and Shau Kei Wan

These properties include an en-bloc building, a high-floor unit, and the entire 3/F of Manson Industrial Building at Shau Kei Wan.

HKCEC gets gold certification as Hong Kong’s first Halal MICE venue

Its the first MICE venue in Hong Kong to attain the highest level of certification.

Hong Kong’s real estate struggles as investment falls 13% in 2024

Investment activity totaled US$1.5b in the fourth quarter alone, marking a 29% YoY drop.

HK registers over 145,000 new local companies in 2024

Hong Kong also registered 1,079 new places of business for non-Hong Kong companies.

Over 1 in 10 Hongkongers replace meals with snacks: report

This trend is due to changing dietary preferences and consumer purchases.

Gov’t eyes enhancing HK’s port and maritime sectors

The government’s latest scheme aims to attract more shipowners to register in Hong Kong.

HSBC Life records 19.5% share in industry premiums for 9M 2024

The CEO attributed the growth to its HNW business.

Business outlook dim in Q1 amidst global uncertainties

All sectors expect their employment to decrease.

FWD HK, Bank SinoPac ink deal on bancassurance for HNW market

The partnership aims to enhance wealth growth and legacy planning.

HK Express launches new route to Sendai, Japan

It has increased weekly flights to nearly 170 flights to and from Hong Kong.

HA endorses 2025/26 corporate plan, budget

It focuses on increasing public housing supply and improving sustainability.

WORFU in North Point goes on sale via public tender

WORFU boasts a total gross floor area of approximately 210,000 square feet.

Fusion Bank, WeBank ink commercial cooperation agreement

Fusion Bank can utilise WeBank’s digital banking tech.

Hong Kong insurance premiums surge 12.2% in 9M 2024

The period already shows signs of a rebound from the 1.1% fall in 2023.

Employment, not prices, to weigh on Hong Kong banks’ loans

Banks will face ‘minor but manageable’ pressure on such portfolios.