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NFT adoption rate to soon hit 21.1%: report

NFT adoption rate to soon hit 21.1%: report

The report said about 10.4% of locals are planning to own NFTs in the future.

HK launches first renminbi green bonds offering for $6.099

It was offered in two tranches with coupon rates of 2.8% and 3%.

97% of ICT professionals wish to switch specialisations

About 24% of them are eyeing to specialise in AI, automation, and robotics.

Net effective Grade A office rents rise 0.2% MoM in October 

This marks the first expansion for the market since May 2019.

52% of employee leaders believe I&D related issues are underreported 

Underreporting was most pertinent in HK, compared with the US, UK, SG, and AUS.

Henderson Land secures HK$2.5b green loan from Bank of China Hong Kong

The loan is unsecured and has a tenure of three years.

6 out of 10 Hongkongers have no financial plan

52%, meanwhile, are concerned about the high cost of living in the future.

Why HK is the ideal platform for mainland GBA firms seeking global expansion

HKTDC, ACCA list services HK can offer for businesses expanding in RCEP markets.

HK slams US-China panel report on National Security Law

The report claimed: HK is embracing authoritarianism with the NSL implementation.

Cathay Pacific’s passenger count soars 98.3% YoY in October

This number, however, is a 97.2% decrease vs the October 2019 record.

HK’s unemployment rate dips 4.3% in August-October

The decrease in unemployment was observed in most major economic sectors.

HSBC appoints co-heads for commercial banking business in Asia: report

Amanda Murphy will lead South Asia and SEA whilst Frank Fang, the GBA.

JP Morgan chief hits HK’s pandemic rules

The strict measures made it hard for the investment bank to retain staff in HK.

71% of start-ups in GBA expect revenue growth within 3 years

Revenue growth was most expected by Biotechnology start-ups (30%).

Cathay Pacific to require 3rd dose for aircrew

The airline's move came after two of its freighter pilots contracted COVID.

Who is the top syndicate manager in Asian G3 bonds for 2021?

The top manager for 2021 also placed first in last year’s ranking.

Volume of exported and imported goods rise to double-digits in 9M2021

The volume increased by 22.3% and 21.5%, respectively.