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Hong Kong and Singapore investors divided on risk exposure over next 12 months
Hong Kong and Singapore investors divided on risk exposure over next 12 months
Inflation is expected to remain subdued in the region, with only 25% of Asia respondents predicting a rise, the lowest across all surveyed geographies.
Hong Kong ranked as Asia’s most rent-burdened housing market
Whilst the ratio of apartment prices to earnings dropped from 26.5 in 2022 to 23.4, it remains second-worst among all cities surveyed.
JLL warns of extended slump property market into next year
JLL expects overall office rents to decline around 5% in 2025.
Emirates to hold Hong Kong open day for cabin crew recruitment
The recruitment drive is part of Emirates’ efforts to expand its cabin crew team.
Hang Seng launches income-focused US equity ETF with J.P. Morgan
The fund is listed in board lots of 500 units at an initial issue price of $15.
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.
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.
Hong Kong Airlines updates frequent flyer programme
Members will earn points based on the cost of their ticket rather than the distance flown.
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.
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