Hong Kong
Societe Generale settles case in Hong Kong
Societe Generale settles case in Hong Kong
Societe Generale S.A. has agreed to pay US$11 million to Hong Kong customers mislead by a hidden commission fee.
More consumer protection in new law
A bill imposing tougher penalties on rogue traders who prey on consumers could be implemented by 2013.
Registered firms in Hong Kong reach close to 1 million
The total number of active local companies registered in Hong Kong rose 4% to 997,750 at the end of June.
First-time home buyers get first shot at new flats
Some 5,000 eligible applicants will be the first to purchase flats under the Home Ownership Scheme in January 2013.
Hong Kong has most expensive retail rent
Rents in Hong Kong surged 19% in 1Q12, says CBRE.
Dickens to stay on at HKEx
Mark Dickens, Head of Listing at the Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing, will stay at his job until July 2013.
Modernised and tougher Company Bill passed by LegCo
The Company Bill passed yesterday enhances Hong Kong's competitiveness and attractiveness as an international business and financial centre.
Let's get physical: Exercise tops HK workers' to-do list in flexi job condition
Almost 9 in every 10 professionals would spend time for physical fitness during free time gained from flexible working practices.
1 out of 2 HK employees to work harder in flexi jobs
Would you be more productive if you work at your own convenience?
Hong Kong takes steps to solve talent dearth
Hong Kong has an urgent demand for more talented individuals and business professionals.
Huge home building projects to start soon
The government will soon begin building 17,000 flats over the next five years.
No relief in sight for Hang Seng woes
Hong Kong shares are expected to continue falling once China releases more disappointing economic data this week.
Cathay Pacific to order more of newest Airbus widebody
Cathay Pacific Airways will soon add 48 of the new Airbus A350 family of widebody jets to its expanding fleet.
Hong Kong builds better business ties with Peru
Hong Kong pushes its renminbi business during the visit of a high-ranking Peruvian Minister.
Hong Kong FDI exceeded US$83b
Hong Kong ranked fourth globally in terms of FDI inflows after the USA.
Hong Kong braces for a no growth scenario in 2012
Hong Kong’s economy grew 0.4% in the 1Q, the slowest pace since the global financial crisis began in 2008.
Hong Kong to brace for threatening challenges by 2020
Can Hong Kong hold its competitive position by relying on an open economy, low taxes, rule of law, and excellent infrastructure?