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.