Frances Gagua
Which countries charge the highest ATM withdrawal fees?
Which countries charge the highest ATM withdrawal fees?
The Philippines is the most expensive place in Asia to withdraw cash via ATM.
Hong Kong introduces one-off subsidy for citizens in transitional housing
As many as 35,000 are expected to benefit from the trial scheme.
DBS Hong Kong finalises HK$800m green loan with HSH
KPIs set include reduction in carbon intensity, increase in waste diversion rate, amongst others.
Bank of East Asia extends hours of Shenzhen Futian Port sub-branch
It is now open on Saturdays from 10 AM to 5PM.
Unlocking the real value of AI’s productivity revolution
By Lawrence Chia, group chairman and CEO of Pico Far East Holdings Limited.
Jobless rate at 2.8% in May-June 2023
The number of unemployed people dropped by 1,900 compared to April-June.
Population up 2.1% as residents return from overseas
About 170,000 residents who were staying abroad have returned.
Hong Kong employees express dissatisfaction with their jobs, salaries: study
Of 1,000 employees, only 30% said that they find fulfillment in their jobs.
Hang Seng Bank warns of phishing emails, fake website
The bank reminded customers that it will never ask them to log in through embedded links.
Hong Kong okays 28 aviation firms' applications to import labour
A total of 2,841 quotas were approved.
Hong Kong GDP to grow 4% to 5% in 2023
Full-year GDP growth is now expected to fall between 4% to 5%.
Syfe launches Syfe Income+ product in Hong Kong, target 6% to 8.6% payouts
The digital investment platform held a seminar alongside the product’s launch.
HSBC’s records $12.9b pre-tax profit for H1
This is $12.9b higher compared to the first six months of 2022.
Hang Seng Bank’s profits up 79% in H1; HK$1.1 per share interim dividend declared
Operating profit rose 67% compared to a year earlier.
Bank of China Hong Kong to conduct system maintenance in 6 August
Services affected include ATM transactions and the BOCHK website.
Bank of China Hong Kong warns of fraudulent website
The case has been reported to the HKMA and the local police force.
BEA raises standards savings rate to 0.875%
Its HK dollar prime rate has been increased to 6.125% per annum.
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