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HK extends Elderly Health Care Voucher Scheme to GBA

HK extends Elderly Health Care Voucher Scheme to GBA

The selection criteria for the scheme include service quality, management experience, and location.

Population grows by 0.4% in 2023

The government attributed the increase to the net inflow of 51,700 residents.

Unemployment rate stands at 2.9%

There were 102,600 unemployed people from November 2023 to January.

Singaporean finance and tech professionals earn less than Hong Kong peers: Bloomberg

Investment banking analysts in Hong Kong earn 46% more than Singaporeans.

BOCHK grants $625.5m sustainable loan to Shangri-La Asia

Shangri-La will receive interest rate reductions when ESG targets are achieved.

HKIA warns of risks in premiums financing, “double-edged sword”

The authority urges insurers to seek professional advice before premium financing.

Commercial floors at Harbourfront Landmark in Hung Hom up for auction

The bid price for the properties will be revealed nearer to the auction date.

Two floors at Lyndhurst Tower for sale

The floors total approximately 8,010 square feet of space.

BOCHK warns of phishing emails

It has reported the case to Hong Kong authorities.

750,000 travellers visited Hong Kong for CNY holidays

650,000 of the 750,000 visitors came from Mainland China.

Biotech to boost healthcare industry in 2024

Biotech professionals to receive a 5% average increment when switching employers.

Why Hong Kong's retail sector may face talent shortage in 2024

Employee expectations to contribute to manpower crunch in the industry.

Supply chain, procurement firms to create more hybrid jobs

This will be led by e-cigarette and power tool firms.

Majority of construction, and engineering talents eye switching jobs

Talents expect 10% to 20% salary growth in new employers.

SME business sentiment falls in January 

The current diffusion index on business receipts amongst SMEs dropped to 43.3.

Bonnie Chan to take over as HKEX CEO

Chan will succeed Alejandro Nicolas Aguzin.