Staff Reporter

Hong Kong’s economic growth slows down as border control remains

The city’s GDP expanded by 7.5% in the second quarter from 7.9% previously.

Total loans rise 4% in June: HKMA

This was partially due to IPOs during the month.

4 in 5 will likely top up their $5,000 vouchers

The majority of whom will likely use their credit cards to top up.

Wilson Chow on digital transformation and strategies during the pandemic

PwC’s head for global technology, media and telecommunications joins the roster of judges at this year’s China Technology Excellence Awards 2021

International Housewares net profit rose 68.9% YoY

It also reached a “historical high” revenue of HK$2.7b.

More SMEs find credit approval eased in Q2: Survey

Some 72% of SMEs perceived banks’ credit approval stance as easier.

Over 50% see home prices to climb in coming year

The growing confidence could be triggered by the improving pandemic situation.

Hang Lung Properties profit rebounds to $2.2b in H1 2021

This is compared to a net loss of $2.53b in the same period last year.

HR Briefing: Retaining talent in the time of COVID

There seems to be a trend amongst workers looking to switch employers.

Binance Labs Announces Strategic Investment in NFKings, NFT Creatives and Production Company

Binance Labs, the venture capital arm and incubator of Binance, today announced its strategic investment in NFKings, a leading NFT creatives and production company with over 100 intellectual properties (IPs), to contribute to building a sustainable digital creativity space.

Easing travel between HK-Macau may boost property sector

This could also drive the tourist and business sector in Macau.

ASM Pacific profit soars 261% to $1.2b in H1

The Group’s revenue also rose 41.5% to $1.2b over the same period.

Gov’t investigates Next Digital Limited over alleged fraud affairs

Clement Chan Kam-wing has been appointed as the inspector for the investigation.

Hong Kong digital life insurer Blue launches outpatient service mobile app

This follows the launch of the Blue WeMedi Outpatient protector plan.