News

Gov't launches new vehicle registration rules

Gov't launches new vehicle registration rules

A new offence targeting improper abandonment of vehicles will also be introduced.

Chinese Medicine Hospital named ‘teaching hub’ for 3 HK universities

The hospital will begin services in phases from December.

Ant Group’s digital arm puts $65.57b worth of energy assets on its blockchain

It completed financing for three clean energy projects through this approach.

Credit market sees growth in personal loans, mortgages

Meanwhile, credit card and revolving line activities declined.

Hong Kong opens consultation on phase 2 of green finance taxonomy

It added 13 new economic activities and expanded sector coverage.

Housing Bureau awards $209m contracts for light public housing

Chevalier Property Management Ltd and Sik Yuen Joint Venture won the first contract.

Zijin Gold eyeing to raise US$3b through IPO in Hong Kong

This may potentially be this year’s second biggest listing globally.

Government to introduce new ride-hailing regulations

Platforms, vehicles, and drivers must obtain appropriate licences.

HK, Jordan sign tax agreement

Any tax paid in Jordan will be credited against the tax payable in Hong Kong.

Higher premiums loom under Hong Kong’s stricter cyber law

Insurers will play a more active role in clients’ pre-breach cybersecurity strategies.

Sun Hung Kai posts $19.89b profit in FY2025

Group revenue rose 8% year on year to $90.12b.

Hongkongers link clutter to stress and lower life satisfaction: survey

The report finds clutter was also linked to anxiety and reduced productivity.

Hang Seng Bank names HSBC’s Luanne Lim as chief executive

Diana Cesar will return to HSBC as vice chairman, Hong Kong.

Hotel investment activity hits $951m in H1

In 2024, hotel investment deals reached $3.4b (US$440m).