Jaleen Ramos
China slowdown, trade uncertainty to weigh on HK’s 2025 growth
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 announces appointments to HKEX board
It will take effect after HKEX’s 2025 AGM.
HK inflation up 2% in January
Price hikes were recorded in alcoholic drinks and tobacco.
Gov’t appoints new members to Northern Metropolis Advisory Committee
They will begin a new two-year term starting 10 February.
Peter Lam appointed Hong Kong Tourism Board chairman
His term runs from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2028.
Land exchange applications open for Yuen Long South NDA
Deadline for submissions is 19 May 2025.
Sun Hung Kai unit buys Tung Chung site for $602m
The site spans approximately 10,648 square meters.
Gov’t proposes Trade Union Law amendments for national security
It would expand the Registrar of Trade Unions’ powers to regulate and supervise unions.
HK unemployment rate steady at 3.1%
The underemployment rate also stayed at 1.1%.
Population inches up 0.1% in 2024
It was driven by a net inflow of 21,000 residents.
3 key trends shaping payment systems
Customers now demand seamless and rapid checkout experiences.
Why smart retail solutions are crucial for HK retailers in 2025
IP-related products have seen a 448.94% YoY increase in 2024.
Phase 2 applications for light public housing to open on 24 February
It will include four new LPH projects, providing approximately 5,060 units.
Large-scale stress test at Kai Tak Sports Park conducted smoothly
Over 50,000 civil servants and members of the public participated.
Mei KTV opens first HK flagship store in Lan Kwai Fong
It is also planning a Hong Kong listing.
HK to conduct full-year population census in 2026
Only around 10% of the population will fill out a long-form questionnaire.
HKIC, New Frontier Group partner to drive GBA medical innovation
One of the key focuses is fostering AI-driven healthcare technologies.
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