Staff Reporter

Hong Kong and Singapore investors divided on risk exposure over next 12 months

Inflation is expected to remain subdued in the region, with only 25% of Asia respondents predicting a rise, the lowest across all surveyed geographies.

Hong Kong ranked as Asia’s most rent-burdened housing market

Whilst the ratio of apartment prices to earnings dropped from 26.5 in 2022 to 23.4, it remains second-worst among all cities surveyed.

Application for Green Form flats opens on 17 July

2,576 new flats at Wang Chi Court for sale at 60% assessed market price.

Henderson Land to raise $8b via convertible bonds due 2030

Initial conversion price of $36 per share with a denomination of $2m each.

Tariff uncertainty dampens business confidence

Greater Bay Area expectation index fell 4.2% but remain positive.

Hong Kong says Chong Sing Heritage Trust an unauthorized bank

The bank does not have authorization to carry a banking business in Hong Kong.

HKIA and peers unveil Charter 3.0 to strengthen scam defence

It brings together financial regulators, technology and telecommunications companies.

JLL warns of extended slump property market into next year

JLL expects overall office rents to decline around 5% in 2025.

Emirates to hold Hong Kong open day for cabin crew recruitment

The recruitment drive is part of Emirates’ efforts to expand its cabin crew team.

Hang Seng launches income-focused US equity ETF with J.P. Morgan

The fund is listed in board lots of 500 units at an initial issue price of $15. 

Cathay opens new IT office in Shenzhen

The group’s largest mainland office promotes digital innovation and transformation.

MTR Northern Link line phase one project agreement executed

The transportation artery connecting the northern metropolitan area and Shenzhen is expected to open in 2034 or earlier.

Grand Ming seeks waiver for $47.95b loan

It has so far obtained waivers for $27.47b from certain lenders.

LHN Limited proposed de-listing from HKEX

An extraordinary general meeting will be held on 28 July to discuss approval.

AIA launches GlobalFlexi plan with 6.5% return potential

The plan also includes a Health Impairment Option, a first in the market.