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Consumer prices increase 1.7% YoY in January

Compared to December 2022, the increase in inflation was more moderate. 

Multinational companies offer more flexible work options 

Only four in 10 MNCs have a five-day in-office work. 

BSD home sales increases moderately after relaxation of cooling measures

There were 16 home sales involving BSD between November 2023 - January 2024.

Hong Kong to prepare region as leading international maritime centre

The city advances LNG bunkering initiatives, aiming for greener maritime operations by next year.

Bank of East Asia unveils mobile app with personalised interface

Users can create shortcuts for frequently performed tasks and can avail of rewards.

Cathay Pacific’s passenger volume soars 66.4% YoY in January 2024

The airline carried 1.7 million passengers during the month.

GHG emissions tools launched in HK

These tools will assist SME and financial firms in the city with sustainability reporting.

AI growth spurs HK data centres demand surge

Global data creation is expected to double in the next five years.

HKTDC outlines priorities to boost global business, C&E hub 

Amongst the focus areas is strengthening presence in the GBA.

Hong Kong's Forbes 50 richest combined wealth falls 9%

Hong Kong’s wealthiest saw his fortune dip by 7%.

HK insurance firms willing to invest in tech attract candidates in the sector

Insurers in Hong Kong earn HK$18,000 to HK$200,000, depending on the applicable department and job role or level.

1.43 million flock to Hong Kong during Golden Week

Around 1.255 million travellers were from the Mainland.

Gov’t sets up 'Silver Economy' panel

The panel will explore the economic potential of Hong Kong's growing elderly population.

EU removes HK from tax cooperation watchlist 

The city’s removal follows the implementation of a new foreign-sourced income exemption regime.

HK extends Elderly Health Care Voucher Scheme to GBA

The selection criteria for the scheme include service quality, management experience, and location.

Population grows by 0.4% in 2023

The government attributed the increase to the net inflow of 51,700 residents.