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InvestHK aids 322 firms in expansion to Hong Kong

This brought $38.3b into Hong Kong’s local economy.

Bupa's $180m in cancer claims leads to new service

Cancer accounts for one in 10 health insurance claims.

Gov’t to to enhance trade services liberalisation with China

The new measures will offer Hong Kong businesses more opportunities in China.

Over 5,800 apply for light public housing

About 4,440 units will begin to be rolled out in Q1 2025.

Hong Kong IPO market plummets to lowest in two decades

IPOs in Hong Kong only raised $1.5b to date, 35.2% lower than in H1 2023.

Wages rise 3.9% in March

In March, 64% of companies reported wage increases.

Hong Kong Airlines launches new route to Xining

Beginning 8 July, the airlines will fly to and from Xining every Tuesday and Saturday.

Cathay Pacific launches direct flights to Ningbo

Direct flights will operate four times a week.

Mortgage applications in HK fall 16.1% in May

However, the value of mortgages approved rose by 8.8%, according to official data.

Total deposits in Hong Kong up 1.1% in May

Loans registered a decline, however, according to central bank data.

Dah Sing Bank unveils multi-currency debit card

It covers 11 currencies and has no annual fee.

Contract work spikes as employees seek flexibility and work-life balance

Employers target Gen Z professionals because they prefer flexible work.

Surge in exports to Mainland China boosts Hong Kong’s trade

The trade forecast was revised upward from a maximum of 6% to 11% amidst export growth.

Hong Kong begins risk-based capital regime for insurers

This follows the enactment of the Insurance (Amendment) Ordinance 2023.

Patent box incentive boosts R&D investment in Hong Kong

New tax regime can attract R&D-focused businesses.