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Around 3 in 10 Hongkongers prefer shopping online
Around 3 in 10 Hongkongers prefer shopping online
Over half of the consumers in Indonesia and Thailand would rather buy online.
Hang Seng Bank’s profits down 27% to HK$10.16b in 2022
The bank has announced a fourth interim dividend of HK$2 per share.
Hong Kong launches consultation for virtual asset trading platforms
The SFC is seeking views on whether to allow license platform operators to serve retail investors.
Hong Kong welcomes anti-money laundering report
The report assessed the city’s anti-money laundering system as “compliant.”
Hong Kong strengthens copyright law
Amendments include new exceptions and a “safe harbour” regime.
2 new HKeToll service counters installed
These will help drivers and owners apply for the toll service.
Composite interest rate rises to 2.17% in January
It is because of increased weighted funding costs for deposits.
Hong Kong Airlines to open flight to Beijing Daxing
The service will start on 15 March 2023.
January HKIA cargo throughput down 26.4% YoY
Global economic uncertainties and factories’ holiday closures weighed it down.
New measures to enhance Hong Kong's food businesses
These include a new system for streamlining full licences and relaxed restrictions.
Hong Kong, Dongguan ink pact to develop air cargo shipment
AAHK CEO Fred Lam said the agreement will allow more cargo to be transported.
Property authority issues note to improve transparency of financing plans for homebuyers
The authority reminded purchasers that only written agreements are binding.
Hang Seng Indexes launches Hydrogen Energy Index
It will track companies involved in the production of hydrogen, amongst others.
Hong Kong begins relocation of Nam Cheong 220
The Housing Bureau relocated the modules to another housing project in Wong Yue Tan.
Jobless rate inches down to 3.4%
This is down from 3.5%.
Gov’t offers $800m of tokenized green bonds
It is under the government green bond programme.
Hong Kong may impose 100% tobacco duty increase: analyst
The market should also tax non recyclable plastic during the budget.
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