News
Hong Kong exports rise to $520.6b in January
Hong Kong exports rise to $520.6b in January
Imports also climbed by 38.1% to $534.7b during the month.
Nearly all firms go digital but web presence uneven
Large and medium companies showed higher digital adoption than small businesses.
CR Longdation to convert Kwai Chung hotel after $953m acquisition
Hotel Cozi Oasis near Kwai Fong sold for student housing in one of 2026’s largest deals.
Sino Land’s net profit by 15.8% YoY in H2 2025 on property revaluation losses
The group had a revaluation loss of $682m.
Cautious demand expected in 2026/27 land tenders
Land revenue forecast set at $18b.
Jobless rate dips to 3.8% in Q4 2025
Median earnings are $20,500.
Inflation eases to 1.1% in January as holiday surge fades
Underlying inflation also slowed to 1.0% in the same month.
Hong Kong Budget pivots to AI after surplus swing
Financial Secretary Paul Chan pledges $10b for future industries.
Cushman urges clearer PPP roles for Northern Metropolis
The firm backs a pause in commercial land sales.
UOB lifts Hong Kong 2026 home price forecast
SHKP cut to Hold, Kerry kept Buy.
FWD Hong Kong appoints Queenie Lam CMO for two markets
She brings more than 20 years in financial services spanning banking, telecom and advertising.
Salaries to grow 4% in 2026 as employers ditch 'bidding wars'
Businesses are now pivoting to cost control and long-term value.
Hong Kong hits operating surplus as fiscal reserves rise: S&P
Economic growth and market activity underpin surplus and infrastructure plans.
Hong Kong allocates $65m for workforce development
Schools are also launching new programmes for aviation and finance.
Government to launch new hydrogen certification system
It will align the region with Mainland China and international markets.
Hong Kong injects $1b in construction and tech fund to advance professional dev’t
The funding supports training and technology adoption.
Tourism Board gets $1.66b under 2026 Budget
The funding targets events and higher-spending visitors.
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