Staff Reporter

Consultation launched on amendments to reproductive technology code

A key proposal is removing legal limits on gamete and embryo storage for patients.

Swire Properties posts $766m loss in 2024

This was mainly due to a larger fair value loss on investment properties

Bullish year for HKEX expected with projected rise in average daily turnover

Analysts project a significant market upturn, driving HKEX’s P/E multiple up by 18% and setting a target price of $490.

Court orders 3-year corporate ban on Anxin’s ex-financial controller

Yang has been banned from undertaking corporate roles for three years.

Gov’t enhances two funding schemes for SMEs

The changes will apply to funding requests received from 14 March.

Hang Seng Bank becomes green partner of HKSTP

They will develop two programmes to promote sustainability in businesses.

Manufacturing industrial production index up 1% YoY in Q4 2024

Increases in output volume were recorded mainly in the metal industry.

MSIG USA expands political risk insurance with Asia partnership

This combines MSIG USA’s underwriting expertise with regional market knowledge.

Prudential makes leadership appointments in Hong Kong

A chief risk officer and general counsel were appointed.

TGG Enterprise, Bingo Group ink deal on content business collaboration

Lit Studios will assist Bingo in promoting its video content.

Gov’t to enhance measures against illegal parking

It will continue to conduct daily monitoring, surprise inspections, and regular meetings.