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China Youzan records RMB168.17m loss in Q1

China Youzan records RMB168.17m loss in Q1

This increased from the RMB132.28m loss recorded in the first quarter of 2020.

South China Assets records $3.28m loss in Q1

This is an improvement from the $7.1m loss in the same quarter last year.

Global Strategic Group sees smaller loss at $17.46m over last half-year

The Group previously recorded a $61.06m loss in the six months to March 2020.

April sees optimistic SMEs, as sentiment rises to two-year high

The diffusion index on business receipts increased to 47.1, representing cautious optimism among small businesses.

Sun Art Retail profit drops 16.6% in 2021

The retail group linked this to the impact of the pandemic.

SFC starts granting subsidy for setting up REITs, OFCs

The scheme will operate for three years until 9 May, 2024.

China-based property management firm New Hope launches $940m IPO

The IPO is set to debut on the Hong Kong Exchange on 25 May.

Shorter quarantine period for inbound travellers starts from 12 May

The quarantine period adjustment is based on the vaccine bubble concept.

No fees for loan scheme application: HKMCI

This follows reports that handling fees were being charged for false instruments.

Cathay Pacific sends medical supplies to India amidst COVID-19 surge

Some 100 tonnes of supplies were flown direct to India.

Hongkong Land “uncertain” over COVID-19's full-year impact

The property firm has yet to determine how the prolonged pandemic will affect its performance.

Revere VC raises $1.35m in latest seed round

This is intended to provide a more holistic way to invest in venture capital.

Pandemic continues to dampen restaurant activity, as receipts drop 8.8%

Total receipts for the first quarter have been estimated at $19.7b.

Hong Kong's private sector ends 3-year decline in output

The Purchasing Manager’s Index posted 50.3 in April, IHS Markit reported.

Dairy Farm, CLPe Solutions to develop 1 million kWh solar panel system

The 2,000-solar panel system will be the largest in Hong Kong’s retail sector.

Government eyes extensive voucher coverage

The e-consumption vouchers, however, will not be useable for paying government fees.

At least 100 buildings in Hong Kong in danger of depreciating value: JLL

These buildings need significant upgrading to remain relevant and attractive to their tenants.