Hong Kong

Border reopening hinges on vaccine confidence

Border reopening hinges on vaccine confidence

More than 5% of the Hong Kong population have been vaccinated since February.

Henderson Land underlying profit climbs 1.8% to $14.8b

It has nine developmental projects in urban areas planned for sale this year.

Bilibili offers shares at $808

It projects a $20.2b proceeds from the global offering. 

Offices need to be designed with 'head space' in mind

A change in people’s daily habits is causing a shift in what’s important to have in an office space.

Realord Group gains $892m profit in 2020 after suffering 2019 loss

It has recorded a net gain in its property segments upon revaluation of the Qiankeng property.

GEO Securities Limited fined $6.3m for selling unlisted bonds

The company also failed to disclose its commission for the bond sales.

Export Index rises for the fourth consecutive quarter

Exporter sentiments also improve over economic recovery forecasts.

Hong Kong's BoP surplus widened to $233.5b in Q4 2020

Its gross external debt, however, rose by $506.6b.

Electronics market demand drives up Kingboard Holdings profit

The company’s 2020 profit is 37% higher year-on-year.

Former Long Success officials disqualified over profit guarantee breach

This will be in effect for three years, starting 11 March 2021.

Gold-backed currency ACUG trading launched

A million digital tokens worth an ounce of gold will be issued in the first launch.

HKMC, five banks sign MOU on infrastructure loans framework

The MOU will set out the principal terms for potential infrastructure loan cooperation.

New SME loan scheme takes effect on 29 March

The enhanced scheme will raise maximum loans and repayment period.

Small business confidence crashes to record low: survey

Only 21% of respondents expect their business to grow this year.

Inflation up 0.3% in February

The government has noted consumer prices are volatile around the Lunar New Year celebration.

High unemployment may persist if local infections resurge

The OCBC Treasure Research sees jobless rate to stand between 7%-8% in the first half of the year.

Swire Pacific acquires fresh stake in Mainland China hospital

The investment is a part of Swire Pacific's strategy to diversify its portfolio in the mainland.