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HKEX maintains strong margins amidst China market uncertainty: analyst

HKEX is forecast to deliver a 69.4% operating margin and a 75.1% adjusted EBITDA margin in 2025.

Over 70% of top restaurant chains commit to cage-free eggs

An additional 7% are actively developing similar policies, pushing total participation to 71%.

Steady retail leasing seen in H2 on strong F&B demand

F&B groups catering to mass and mid-market consumers are expected to remain the key drivers of leasing demand.

Hong Kong Airlines updates frequent flyer programme

Members will earn points based on the cost of their ticket rather than the distance flown.

Fitch sees Hong Kong office vacancy rising to 19% by 2025

The vacancy rate for grade-A offices in the city is projected to climb from 17% in 2024.

Hang Seng Bank funds $20m green loan for low-noise equipment

The financing will support the acquisition of electric construction machinery designed to reduce noise and emissions on building sites.

Zurich and Hong Kong Airlines launch integrated travel coverage

The Zurich HKA Travel Insurance Plan is now available as an add-on when booking flights.

Foshan Haitian raises $10.01b with top-range IPO pricing

Shares were priced at $36.30 each—the highest point in the offer range.

China CITIC Bank International holds firm with solid capital and liquidity: analyst

The bank’s exposure to property development and investment in Hong Kong accounted for 13% of gross loans at the end of 2024. 

GDP seen to decline by 1.5% with exports under strain

China's economy is also expected to slow, with GDP forecast to decline by 0.5% by the end of 2025.

HSVM: ETF market needs policy boost to unlock growth

The slower growth suggests untapped potential in a market already recognised for its liquidity, regulatory framework.

SHKP maintains fair value at $130 amidst market softness: report

The firm reaffirmed its fair value estimate at $130 and maintained a 3-star rating, suggesting the stock is fairly valued at current levels.

Press freedom in Hong Kong hits two-decade low: report

The city dropped to 140th place in the 2025 World Press Freedom Index.

Hong Kong advances climate risk rules in corporate policy: report

This regulatory progress demonstrates its intention to institutionalise climate risk management in corporate governance.

HK firms ignore machine privilege risks as AI access grows: report

92% of Hong Kong respondents define “privileged users” exclusively as humans.

HK workers plan more job changes in H1 2025: report

32.6% of respondents said they plan to change jobs within the first six months of 2025.