News
Manufacturing industrial production index up 1% YoY in Q4 2024
Increases in output volume were recorded mainly in the metal industry.
MSIG USA expands political risk insurance with Asia partnership
This combines MSIG USA’s underwriting expertise with regional market knowledge.
Prudential makes leadership appointments in Hong Kong
A chief risk officer and general counsel were appointed.
TGG Enterprise, Bingo Group ink deal on content business collaboration
Lit Studios will assist Bingo in promoting its video content.
Gov’t to enhance measures against illegal parking
It will continue to conduct daily monitoring, surprise inspections, and regular meetings.
Hong Kong drives Asia's equity growth despite $1.3t market shortfall: report
The combined value of Hong Kong companies remains $1.3t lower than the 2020 level.
PCPD clears Companies Registry of privacy violations over 100,000-person data breach
There was no evidence that the leaked personal data were accessed without authorisation or by accident.
Prince of Wales Hospital gains accreditation under China's int'l standards
This follows Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital, the first accredited facility.
Yuexiu Transport’s 2024 profits down 14.2% on toll collection right expiration
The final dividend is HK$0.13 per share.
Millennials and Gen Z drive 76% surge in Hong Kong's revolving credit
Millennials accounted for 40% of new revolving credit users, whilst Gen Z’s participation more than doubled (+127.8% YoY).
One in three professionals struggles with AI prompt writing
Employees say they need clearer guidance on AI-relevant skills (53%), better access to training programs (45%), and more financial/time support (35%).
Cathay Pacific’s passenger count jumps nearly 27% in 2024
Revenue surged 10.5% to $104.37b.
KoverNow, Aristo Watch partner for luxury timepieces coverage
The insurer also offers plans for jewellery and handbags.
Ping An, Collinson International ink deal for flight delay benefit
Customers are granted access to the lounge or a chosen benefit.
Gov’t adds preventive screening in Chronic Disease Co-Care Pilot Scheme
The expansion will be rolled out in phases.
Wan Chai commercial site on the market for $115m
The site has a total gross floor area of 14,787 square feet.
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