Noreen Jazul
Source Green’s bespoke and off-the-shelf solutions propel firms away from plastic packaging
Source Green’s bespoke and off-the-shelf solutions propel firms away from plastic packaging
F&B firms can source packaging made from wheat bran, bagasse, and areca palm.
Retail sales value dip by 7% MoM to $31.2b in March
Amongst retail outlets, "jewellery, watches and clocks, and valuable gifts" recorded the steepest decline.
LandsD 'area model' idea makes sense for the San Tin Technopole
The government may need to think further outside the box when dealing with the Northern Metropolis, specifically the San Tin Technopole (STT). Whilst it has focused on looking for big companies to settle in the area, there appears to be a minimal overall plan.
Hong Kong’s tertiary education policy shift ignites co-living growth
Given its defensive nature, the student accommodation sector is getting attention from forward-looking investors, providing a high-yield alternative to traditional asset classes.
HKMA warns of prolonged high interbank rates
The central bank issued the warning post unchanged US fed funds rate at 5.25-5.5%.
Evergrande stalls 2023 annual results release
The company also warned of possible delays in the 2023 report distribution.
HKEX board names Carlson Tong as new chairman
His appointment is subject to CE Lee’s approval.
Consumer prices rise slightly in March
Prices rose 2%, higher than the average 1.9% increase for January and February.
Cathay Pacific's March passenger volume up 42.4% YoY
The airline carried 1.88 million passengers.
Hong Kong’s Hottest Startups of 2024
Fintech and AI startups dominated the list.
New Sino Group platform boosts HK's talent strategy
The platform offers residential advice and choices for foreign talent.
Stone Rise opens for lease in Kowloon
Rents start at HK$40 per square feet.
Hong Kong sets higher investment threshold for residency
Whilst permanent residency in Hong Kong now requires a minimum outlay of $30m (US$3.83m), the range of permissible investments has been expanded.
HKTB and Traveloka collaborate to promote Hong Kong in Southeast Asia
Over 3.7 million of HK's visitors in 2023 came from SEA and East Asia.
Retail sales value rises 1.9% YoY in February
The total value stood at HK$33.8b.
Days of excess are over, investors warn founders
Deal activity in Asia Pacific fell 26.3% YoY in 2023.
Foodtech, fintech emerge as bright spots in Hong Kong’s startup landscape
The city is home to over 600 fintech startups and more than 100 food tech firms.
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