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Franklin Templeton launches low-volatility bond fund in Hong Kong

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, totaled 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, totalling to US$66.7b or a 19.5% increase compared to 2023.

NUS, UOB, Northern Trust launch blockchain token for green bonds

NUS’  strategy includes a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Northern Trust to develop solutions in ESG finance.

25-storey Tsim Sha Tsui building up for sale via public tender

The property spans a total gross floor area of approximately 58,591 sq ft

Hong Kong stocks shine with capital return policies for 2025 gains: Schroders

Hong Kong stocks, despite being world-class operators, remain undervalued, Schroders said.

Towngas Smart Energy lists first RMB515m quasi-REITs on Shenzhen Exchange

It is the first quasi-REITs issuance by a Hong Kong-invested company in the Chinese mainland.

Towngas, Chi Shing partner to develop hydrogen power

It aims to focus on hydrogen power generation for construction sites and other applications.

Crypto adoption in Hong Kong lags at 24% despite rising optimism

Trust remains a challenge with 33% of non-users citing security concerns.

Only 48% of Hong Kong consumers eye spending more on luxury next year

Over 10% of consumers are cutting back on categories like handbags (9%) and travel experiences (4%).

Specific licensing regime needed for fiat-referenced stablecoins

Hong Kong is still a leader in tokenised asset markets with the government’s multi-currency digital green bond issuance.

Adoption of employee share plans rise over 10% amongst HKEX listing companies

In 2023, 68.5% of companies adopted employee share plans before their IPO, compared to 57.3% in 2013

Smaller land parcels key in boosting developer participation

The government should simplify land sales conditions and divide sites into smaller parcels to attract more developers, JLL said.

Hotel conversion into student housing presents investment opportunity: Knight Frank

Driven by the shortfall in student accommodation and the growing demand for affordable living spaces.

Hong Kong’s REIT market may grow with regulatory reforms: Deloitte

Introducing corporate REIT structures and easing property holding rules could address these challenges, says Deloitte.

Hong Kong GDP growth seen at 2.1% on weak consumption

Inflation is also expected to rise next year.

One in three Hong Kong users fall for scams despite detection confidence

63% of users reported they reused passwords across multiple sites.