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HKEX raises the bar on profit requirements

The regulatory body also plans to keep a watchful eye on IPO-related malpractices.

HR Briefing: Will machines take over Hong Kongers’ jobs?

Around 56% say they are threatened by the rising dependence on automation by local business, but analysts say there will also be opportunities.

Hong Kong to remain attractive to M&A

The US-China tensions made HK particularly attractive to Chinese companies, report says.

CRE investment in H1 rose 97% YoY: Cushman & Wakefield

A total of 89 deals were recorded during the period and is expected to reach 200 by year-end.

Over 26% insurance customers switch to online platform

More customers took out their policies in traditional policies in 2020.

Hong Kong arrests 4 in alleged $155m crypto money laundering case: report

This is the first time that the city detected a money laundering case with cryptocurrency.

Recovery in property market likely to remain uneven in H2

The Grade A office market is seen to record a net withdrawal in the second half. 

Hong Kong to criminalise doxxing acts 

This is to protect against actions that are intrusive to personal data privacy. 

Genting Dream to set sail by end-July

This comes as all cruise officers and crew complete their vaccination.

6 in 10 buy luxury items amidst pandemic: survey

High-end goods are becoming more popular amongst millennials. 

Johnson Electric’s sales climb 70% to US$877m in Q1

This is higher than US$517m in the same period last year.

Hong Kong sees over 56,000 new local firms in H1

The number of new local companies in the city is 11% higher than the last six months.

Adele Yim from Mazars in Hong Kong joins HKB Technology Excellence Awards’ roster of judges for 2021

The Partner and Head of Risk Advisory Services at Mazars in Hong Kong believes that the COVID-19 has redefined work behaviours and accelerated the adoption of automation.

Hong Kong Business TEA 2021 welcomes Jason Yau as one of its judges

He believes that the early stages of business recovery need strong leaders and visionaries to capitalize on a post-COVID recovery boom. 

Crowe’s Charbon Lo joins Hong Kong Business Awards’ panel of judges 

To maintain sustainability, the Partner for Audit and Assurance advises enterprises to adapt and think outside the box.