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Jobless rate rises to 3.1% in August–October period
Jobless rate rises to 3.1% in August–October period
The number of jobless individuals rose by 800.
Hong Kong economy up 1.8% YoY in Q3
On a seasonally adjusted QoQ basis, real GDP fell by 1.1%.
Hong Kong and Peru sign free trade agreement
It will take effect once both parties complete their internal procedures.
HK launches $20b retail infrastructure bond
It will be available in lots priced at $10,000 and a tenor of three years.
Google HK, Pokémon GO launch 'PokéStops' at 3 recycling stations
Players can collect in-game items at the designated stops on 7 and 8 December.
CIMDA, FDB Group boost low altitude economy in new initiative
They established a premier electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing Association.
ICBC Asia net profit rise 9.58% to $547.2m in H1
Non-interest income rose by 67.01%, although fee and commissions declined.
Deliveroo HK, GO partner for exclusive takeaway, pick-up services
It features over 17 restaurants under the Black Sheep Restaurants umbrella.
Hospital Authority and ZOC-SYSU partner to enhance ophthalmology services
The agreement includes a framework for exchange meetings and training initiatives.
HKPC, SDEC ink MoU for data exchange
HKPC and SDEC will collaborate on five major areas.
Lifestyle International opens The Twins Tower I in Kai Tak
Tower I will be anchored by SOGO Kai Tak, a new Japanese-style department store.
Real Asset Management Group launches 2 retail funds amidst HK expansion
These launches respond to rising demand for fixed-income products in Hong Kong.
Hongkong Land’s Q3 profit rises on China build-to-sell completions
However, the company will no longer pursue new standalone build-to-sell projects.
HK, Mainland unveil plan to boost tech collaboration in 2024-25
It will support Hong Kong’s growth as an international innovation hub.
Emirates launches pilot recruitment roadshow in Hong Kong
It will take place on 21 and 22 November.
HKMA announces $1.5b tender for floating notes
Minimum tender amounts start at $50,000.
HK to face 180,000 manpower shortage by 2028
This is an increase of 130,000 from 2023.
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