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Investment activities in China, HK rise in Q4 2024
Investment activities in China, HK rise in Q4 2024
Colliers said business confidence improved despite economic uncertainties.
Chinese EV battery builder eyes Hong Kong valuation
Reports estimate that it could potentially raise billions.
HK Airlines to launch new direct flights to Sydney
The new service will be operated by an A330-300 aircraft.
HK’s private capital market sentiment shows strong recovery
This is amongst the key drivers of compensation growth, along with robust hiring.
Klook secures $779m in new round of funding
This aims to drive its next phase of growth and innovation.
HK requires mediation clauses in government contracts
The new policy takes effect starting February 12.
30% of Hongkongers want new medical insurance in 2025
Four in five of Hong Kong residents already have medical insurance.
Rich Hong Kong families focus on savings but lack strong plans: survey
These families set a savings goal of $18m, which includes retirement planning and medical insurance, amongst others.
Construction cost in HK could rise by up to 1%
Globally, construction costs are set to rise by up to 7%.
Hang Seng amongst first to execute offshore RMB bond repurchase
It leverages eligible onshore bonds held under the Northbound Bond Connect scheme as collateral.
Tai Wai industrial building up for sale via public tender
It has a total gross floor area of approximately 236,148 square feet.
Negative sentiments dominate over one-third of money talks amongst Hongkongers
Younger people are more cautious indiscussing financial matters.
DFI Retail names new CEO of 7-Eleven in South China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Singapore
He will lead the brand’s strategy and operations in these markets.
Residential market recovery is set to slip—S&P Global
Weak liquidity, developer distress, and fragile sentiment are weighing on recovery.
Hong Kong lodges WTO complaint over 10% US tariff on imports
The government said the tariffs are grossly inconsistent with the relevant WTO rules.
22 landlords fined $42K for violating tenant protection laws
Two joint landlords committed five offences relating to unauthorised payments.
Hong Kong’s job-hopping insurance workers may see bigger pay
They should expect a salary hike of as much as 15%.
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