Noreen Jazul

Hong Kong ban on cramped flats could spur rent hikes

The policy may cut supply and force landlords to pass on renovation costs to tenants.

HKMA reduces base rate to 5% in response to US Fed rate cut

The US Fed imposed a 25bps cut to its federal funds rate.

Foreign currency reserves hit US$21.4b in October

It decreased from US$422.8b in September.

HK sees negative net absorption in Q3 after 4 positive quarters

Net absorption fell to -0.02 million square meters.

Braillic’s AR tech helps brain surgeons see through the walls

The medical software provider plans to expand its use to spinal and orthopaedic procedures.

Retail sales value fall to $29.6b in September

Most retail outlet types recorded a sales decline.

Stellerus helps organisations manage hazard, climate risks

The Hong Kong startup offers a fast and accurate early warning system for natural disasters.

Exports value eases to 4.7% YoY in September

In August, exports value rose 6.4% YoY.

Safety concerns cloud Hong Kong’s ‘green’ transport ambitions

Hydrogen fuel is volatile, highly flammable and expensive, an energy expert says.

Cathay Pacific surpasses 20 million passengers in September

Its cargo businesses reported positive volume growth.

Airport Authority to expand gold depository as HK aims to be a global hub

It will increase its depository's capacity to 200 tonnes.