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Government issues $105.2b in infrastructure bond programme
Government issues $105.2b in infrastructure bond programme
Proceeds from the bonds were allocated or earmarked for projects in the Northern Metropolis.
Hang Lung partners with Join Buy on West Nanjing mixed-use project
The joint venture redevelops one of Shanghai’s commercial districts.
Gov’t tightens scaffold net rules after Tai Po fire
Construction sites are monitored; authorities enforce safety regulations strictly.
Land prices exceed 30% in H2 as developers regain appetite: JLL
Developers have regained their appetite for land acquisition and confidence in the residential market.
Construction output weakens in Q3 as private sector activity falls
Private output dropped 18.1%, whilst public works rose 7.7%.
Monetary Authority lowers base rate to 4%
The decrease followed a 25-basis point downward adjustment in the US federal funds target.
HKTDC forecasts exports to grow 8-9% in 2026
AI electronics demand was cited by 53.2% of exporters as the key growth driver.
Retail rents to further decline in 2026, says JLL
JLL expects vacancy rates to stay high in 2026 as closures outpace new take-up.
Hong Kong reclaims top global IPO ranking after 2025 fundraising surge
Funds raised surged 210% as A+H listings dominate issuance.
Vacancy rates for prime warehouse to stay elevated in 2026: JLL
Vacancy reached a decade-high of 10.1% in 2025.
Hong Kong business leaders take defensive stance as tariffs reshape costs
37% of Hong Kong leaders said they had paused major investment decisions, and a quarter have implemented hiring freezes.
Far East Consortium sells Perth Ritz-Carlton stake for $515m
An instalment of $103.45m (A$20m) has already been paid by Generation Essentials Group to Far East Consortium.
Patek Philippe announces the WATCH ART grand exhibition Milan 2026
For the seventh of its Grand Exhibitions across the world, Patek Philippe has chosen one of its leading historic markets: Italy.
KPay, Global Payments launch ‘Tap to Pay on iPhone’ service
Merchants can accept contactless payments using an iPhone XS or a later model.
Gov’t launches consultation on crypto reporting rules
The move follows plans to complete legislative amendments in 2026.
Government cites economic growth but warns of external risks
Diffusion index on business receipts dipped in November.
Harneys signs eight-year lease in Hongkong Land tower
Harneys is also a returning tenant.
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