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How SG firms can tap GBA opportunities via Hong Kong
How SG firms can tap GBA opportunities via Hong Kong
Chief Executive Carrie Lam said the city is an “ideal gateway” for businesses.
CK Infrastructure profit climbs 5% to $3.01b in H1
This was mainly due to the increase in corporate tax in the UK.
6 in 10 HK firms willing to pay higher rent for green buildings
Those leasing green buildings pay a rental premium of 1% to 7%.
Business receipts up nearly 10% ending eight quarters of decline
This is thanks to the contained epidemic situation, as well as Hong Kong’s economic recovery.
Hong Kong’s Airstar Bank launches pilot trial of SME Easy Pay Loan
After transferring their existing installment loan, customers can enjoy a first 24-month principal payment holiday.
SJM Holdings’ loss attributable to owners rose to HK$1.47b in H1
It reported a HK$1.4b loss in the same period last year.
HK Electric interim profit rises to $880m
The company recorded $811m over the same period in 2020.
HK lists Macau as 'at-risk' places for COVID
Residents who stayed in Macau in the last 14 days will be ineligible to return to Hong Kong.
Property sales up 6.1% in July
Total consideration for the sales amounted to $94b.
HKTB begins Free Tours Lucky Draw for vaccinated residents
Some 10,000 eligible residents may win a free tour.
CLP Holdings earnings fell 23.2% YoY in H1
Its earnings reached HK$4,615m from HK$6,010m.
Hong Kong to further tighten border control measures
This will take effect on 9 August.
Li Auto estimates $14.7b net proceeds in global offering
The bulk of the proceeds will be used to fund R&D initiatives.
Hang Seng Bank profit drops 4% to $8.76b in H1
The bank linked this to macroeconomic conditions that put pressure on its net interest margin.
Applications for overseas studies open
Scholars and fellows could receive up to $300,000 per year.
Retail sales up 5.8% in June but below expectations
This was likely driven by continuing social distancing measures.
No 'undue stress' despite concern over China’s oversight of private sector
China’s oversight of the private sector in the past weeks has raised concerns and panic.
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