Hong Kong Business

HKUST and Beijing Tiantan Hospital to launch training programme for physicians
The selected participants will undergo training focused on research and clinical practice.
Gov’t expands rehab programme for employees injured at work
Two industries were added to the coverage. 
Labour Dep’t announces enhancement programme for school leavers
Around 14,000 people are expected to participate.
Telcos complete 5G enhancement in three areas
This was executed by four companies.
Which items do Hong Kongers often forget in Uber rides?
The most forgetful passengers hail from Yau Tsim Mong, Central, and Wan Chai districts.
DFI Retail Group and PolyU SPEED ink MoU for retail talent development
It will introduce Hong Kong's first QF Level 6 Programme in the field of retail.
Gov't revises code of practice for employment agencies
They are prohibited from providing monetary incentives aimed at prematurely terminating contracts.
HK’s economic growth to moderate to 2.5% in 2024: S&P Global
The per capita real GDP is forecasted to rise by 2.2% annually during 2025 to 2027.
HK commercial real-estate issuers under pressure amidst high interest rates, vacancies 
Still, valuation and funding risks remain relatively low for rated entities.
Govt signs pact to promote innovation of Chinese medicines
The partnership will utilise talent and technical exchanges.
Prudential ceases Hong Kong wealth business
It also closed down its wealth management platform in S’pore back in September.
Towngas backs i2Cool to boost product development and expansion
i2Cool’s products are being used in over 100 projects worldwide.
Gov’t OKs Pfizer’s dual indication vaccine vs. respiratory syncytial virus
This is the first bivalent, single-dose vaccine against RSV.

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Retail 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.
Food & Beverage Why avocados are now a permanent part of Shake Shack Hong Kong's menu
The brand said limited-time-only (LTO) delights and new menu launches help keep consumer attention.
Markets & Investing Hong Kong’s Hottest Startups of 2024
Fintech and AI startups dominated the list.
Markets & Investing 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.
Markets & Investing Days of excess are over, investors warn founders
Deal activity in Asia Pacific fell 26.3% YoY in 2023.
Markets & Investing 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.
HR & Education MBA programmes in Hong Kong live up to financial hub status
MBA providers hop on experiential learning and progressive curriculums to ensure competitive edge in the rapidly evolving business landscape.

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HKUST and Beijing Tiantan Hospital to launch training programme for physicians
The selected participants will undergo training focused on research and clinical practice.
Gov’t expands rehab programme for employees injured at work
Two industries were added to the coverage. 
Labour Dep’t announces enhancement programme for school leavers
Around 14,000 people are expected to participate.
Telcos complete 5G enhancement in three areas
This was executed by four companies.
Which items do Hong Kongers often forget in Uber rides?
The most forgetful passengers hail from Yau Tsim Mong, Central, and Wan Chai districts.
DFI Retail Group and PolyU SPEED ink MoU for retail talent development
It will introduce Hong Kong's first QF Level 6 Programme in the field of retail.
Gov't revises code of practice for employment agencies
They are prohibited from providing monetary incentives aimed at prematurely terminating contracts.
HK’s economic growth to moderate to 2.5% in 2024: S&P Global
The per capita real GDP is forecasted to rise by 2.2% annually during 2025 to 2027.
HK commercial real-estate issuers under pressure amidst high interest rates, vacancies 
Still, valuation and funding risks remain relatively low for rated entities.
Govt signs pact to promote innovation of Chinese medicines
The partnership will utilise talent and technical exchanges.
Prudential ceases Hong Kong wealth business
It also closed down its wealth management platform in S’pore back in September.
Towngas backs i2Cool to boost product development and expansion
i2Cool’s products are being used in over 100 projects worldwide.
Gov’t OKs Pfizer’s dual indication vaccine vs. respiratory syncytial virus
This is the first bivalent, single-dose vaccine against RSV.

Exclusives

Retail 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.
Food & Beverage Why avocados are now a permanent part of Shake Shack Hong Kong's menu
The brand said limited-time-only (LTO) delights and new menu launches help keep consumer attention.
Markets & Investing Hong Kong’s Hottest Startups of 2024
Fintech and AI startups dominated the list.
Markets & Investing 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.
Markets & Investing Days of excess are over, investors warn founders
Deal activity in Asia Pacific fell 26.3% YoY in 2023.
Markets & Investing 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.
HR & Education MBA programmes in Hong Kong live up to financial hub status
MBA providers hop on experiential learning and progressive curriculums to ensure competitive edge in the rapidly evolving business landscape.

Join the Hong Kong Business community