Economy

Goods export up 5.3% in March

Goods export up 5.3% in March

Double digit growth was posted in export volume to the Mainland.

Hong Kong banks face heightened risks from close Chinese ties: Fitch

The credit rating agency noted that China's governance standards are lower than Hong Kong's.

Hong Kong economy to slow to 3.2% in 2019: IMF

The subdued growth forecast is tied to the slowdown in Mainland China.

PMI plunges to 49.1 in April amidst slower sales and output

The latest reading represents the weakest showing in nine months.

Exports up 8% to $347.7b in March

Trade outflows to Asia rose 9.4% but plunged in India (-35.3%) and Taiwan (-7.4%).

Inflation up 2.6% in March

Blame higher prices of packaged tours.

Hong Kong signs customs deal with Korea

It enables Mainland cargoes shipped through Hong Kong eligible for preferential tariffs.

US-China trade war could hammer export-dependent Hong Kong hard

Merchandise trade accounted for 157.4% of 2017 GDP.

US-China trade war could cost one in 5 Hong Kong jobs: FS Chan

The trading and logistics industry, which employs over 700,00 people, remains highly vulnerable.

Government earmarked $50m for Technology Voucher Programme

It aims to subside the technological solutions of local, non-listed enterprises.

Exports up 1.7% to $245.7b in February

Trade outflows to Malaysia and Philippines buoyed monthly figures.

Small business optimism hits six year high as technology accelerates growth prospects

Almost half (48%) admitted that technological investment boosted company profits.

Hong Kong inks investment deal with UK

The two economies will encourage the development of businesses with technology focus.

Unemployment flat at 2.9% in December-February

This is equivalent to 3.98m unemployed persons.

Inflation levels extend climb after rising 3.1% in Feburary

The price of basic utilities rose for the second consecutive month.

Hong Kong inks tax deal with India

It aims to avoid double taxation on trade activities.