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Overall recruitment slows in 2024 despite surge in applications: report
Overall recruitment slows in 2024 despite surge in applications: report
Applications per job ad surged by 81% during the year.
HK sees 3.6% decline in deal activity in 2024
Markets such as China, Singapore, and Malaysia also saw declines in deal volume.
Buildings Department approves 9 building plans in November
These are located across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories.
New dental registration rules to take effect in April
Starting 1 April, local dental graduates must complete a one-year internship with provisional registration.
Soon-to-be $238m luxury home at Stanley Link Road up for sale
It has a gross floor area of 3,269 square feet.
Franklin Templeton launches low-volatility bond fund in Hong Kong
It is designed to provide a stable investment solution in uncertain market conditions by focusing on low-volatility strategies.
Hong Kong leads APAC loan market with US$113.3b in 2024
Offshore loans for Chinese corporates drove Hong Kong’s loan volume, totalling to US$66.7b or a 19.5% increase compared to 2023.
Hong Kong leads apac loan market with US$113.3b in 2024
Offshore loans for Chinese corporates drove Hong Kong’s loan volume, totaled to US$66.7b or a 19.5% increase compared to 2023.
DBS welcomes deepening financial market ties between Hong Kong & China
It will broaden overseas investment channels for mainland institutional investors, a DBS managing director said.
HK salaries to increase by 4% across all industries
The technology industry is forecasting the highest increase at 4.2%.
Radiographers, med techs to accept referrals from Chinese medicine practitioners
The Health Bureau aims to amend the current ordinance
Investment volume rises 3% in Q4 2024 amidst rate cuts and LTV changes
Meanwhile, the capital value of office and industrial assets reported YoY declines.
Enhance New Capital Investment Entrant scheme to boost luxury residential market
This is amidst global economic uncertainties and cautious mortgage approvals.
Office leasing demand remains stable against economic headwinds
Rents were at $48.7 per sq. ft., down 7.9% YoY.
Retail sales drop 7.1% YoY amidst consumption pattern shift
Mainland tourists opt for experiential and cultural consumption.
Industrial lease renewals to dominate in H2 2025: report
Lease renewals dominated leasing activity in Q4 2024.
English Schools Foundation leases Island Place offices
The two office floors comprise a total gross area of 40,380 square foot.
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