Staff Reporter

Everbright Water’s profit falls 14% in FY 2024

Basic earnings per share stood at $0.06 (HK$0.3564), falling 14% YoY.

Procurement, logistics roles in demand for HK manufacturing in 2025

 Companies are increasingly adopting nearshoring strategies in Asia to diversify supply chains and minimise geopolitical risks.

Tech talent shortage threatens digital growth in Hong Kong: report

 The demand for technology professionals is on the rise, with 22% of employers planning to expand their technology teams.

Fintech regulations drive demand for compliance, litigation lawyers

Companies are looking for lawyers who possess legal tech proficiency and process optimization skills.

China slowdown, trade uncertainty to weigh on HK’s 2025 growth

GDP growth is expected to slow further to 2.3% in 2025.

Gov’t mandates new child safety rule in private cars

The rule will be effective from 1 November.

Hong Kong rated highly in sustainability index: HKTDC

It received an aggregated total of 64.3 points.

Cathay is Kai Tak Sports Park's exclusive travel partner

Cathay and KTSP will launch the Greater Bay Area’s first aviation-themed immersive experience.

Bupa adds voluntary health plan in Hong Kong portfolio

It offers high annual benefit limits with no lifetime cap.

Gov’t approves 14 building plans in December

The approved plans are for residential, industrial, commercial, and community service developments.

Stable hiring seen in Hong Kong construction, property sectors in 2025

Companies remain cautious about adding new headcounts due to an oversupply in both the commercial and residential sectors.

Data visualisation, multilingual skills top demand for finance roles

Tools like Power BI and Tableau are becoming essential, whilst multilingual proficiency in Cantonese, English, and Mandarin is also highly valued 

Talent gaps, digital skills demand shape Hong Kong’s 2025 job market

Hiring trends show that 54% of companies plan to maintain headcount, whilst 34% intend to expand.

Hang Seng Bank recognised at HKB Greater Bay Area Enterprise Awards 2025

The Hong Kong-based banking and financial services company received acclaim for its cross-boundary services.

Hong Kong Export Credit Insurance Corporation recognised at HKB Greater Bay Area Enterprise Awards 2025

The company was named the General Insurance awardee for its comprehensive export credit insurance services.