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Hong Kong slammed by downside risks to unemployment

Standard Chartered doesn’t expect unemployment rates to improve - but how bad was it last August-October?

Hong Kong slammed by downside risks to unemployment

Standard Chartered doesn’t expect unemployment rates to improve - but how bad was it last August-October?

Pay increase in Hong Kong seen to rise in 2012—survey

Report showed average salary increase at 4.2% in 2011 and forecast at 4.6% in 2012 while performance bonus is at 20% of annual base salary.

Government has no target for 5-day work week implementation

Although companies with a five-day work week increased from 36.5% in 2006 to 61.5% in 2010.

Hong Kong workers at risk due to overwork

A study confirms most Hong Kong workers stay late and bring work home with them.

Two employment agencies busted for non-compliance

Now the licences of the two agencies have been revoked.

Licences of two employment agencies revoked

Two recent court cases concerning operators of employment agencies reveal the consequences of non-compliance with the laws of Hong Kong.

Survey shows Asia Pacific employee loyalty declining

Study stressed role of nonfinancial factors in driving motivation of employees worldwide.

Labor chief calls for vetting apps resumption

Secretary Matthew Cheung appeals that such scheme be resumed as soon as possible.

Hong Kong’s decision not to set directorship limit is a mistake

The Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing recently decided not to place any limit on the number of directorships anyone can hold. This could very well...

Human Capital Strategies in High Growth Hong Kong and Greater China Market

Global investments and talent have gravitated towards Hong Kong and Greater China since it began its integration efforts with the global economy, and...

Did you get a 5.9% salary increase in June?

Mid-level managerial and professional employees had higher monthly salaries compared with last year - so are you one of them?

Asia Pacific firms use health programs and choice in benefits

The move to address economic challenges of cost containment and ongoing war for talent.

17% of businessmen worry over looming bad business in Q4

Pessimists have risen in Q4, compared with only 7% in Q3.

Young workers more satisfied with their employers than overall workforce

Yet research showed they are more likely to be thinking about leaving.

Unemployment rate unchanged at 3.2%

It’s the lowest level since December 1997 - February 1998.

Lily Ou-yang appointed as new Commissioner for Census & Statistics

Deputy Commissioner for Census & Statistics Lily Ou-yang will succeed Fung Hing-wang as Commissioner from September 24.

Studies on paternity leave to be conducted

A study on paternity leave is underway, announces Secretary for Labour & Welfare Matthew Cheung.