Hong Kong

Support centre launched for minority owners in compulsory sale disputes

Over 60 lawyers and 30 surveyors offer free advisory through seminars.

OKOSIX eyes $5m funding to increase reach

The green-tech startup will use the funds to apply for global patents and scale production.

MTR rolls out contactless payment for Mastercard holders

Each station in the MTR heavy rail network, except Airport Express stations, has at least two entry/exit gates with contactless payments.

T-Plus podium and car park enter market at $200m

The asset has a total gross area of 39,228 sq. ft.

HSBC’s net profit down 2% to $17.7b in H1; dividend is $0.10

Gains from the sale of its Canada and France businesses were offset by impairments.

Stella’s net profit soars 65.7% in H1 2024

The interim dividend stands at HK65 cents (US$5) per ordinary share.

Comba Telecom dwindles in H1 2024 with $157m loss

Revenue also decreased by 27.4% to $2.3b.

Alibaba Group upgrades to primary listing on HKEX

The group will become dual primary listed on the HKEX and NYSE.

Contracting jobs in high demand in Hong Kong

Interim hires, who don’t need fringe benefits, are favoured amidst corporate belt-tightening.

Health benefits more valued than flex time in Hong Kong

69% of HR leaders say health benefits are crucial for employee loyalty.

HK’s Hospital Authority recruits nurses from Kuala Lumpur

Non-local nurses can work in HK without taking a licensure exam.

URA $12b bonds oversubscribed two times

The proceeds will fund its capital on urban renewal projects.