It ‘makes sense’ for HSBC to focus on ‘core high-growth markets’ that have ‘underpenetrated’ insurance needs, analyst says.
Hong Kong revises apartment complex fire death toll to 168
Hong Kong police confirmed that 168 people died in the massive fire that tore through an apartment complex in the city last November, bringing the identification process to a close.
Man shot dead in Tuen Mun had suspected illegal drugs, triad affiliations: Hong Kong police
A 34-year-old man who died after being shot by Hong Kong police officers on Thursday (Jan 16) night was found with suspected drugs and had triad affiliations, along with criminal records. He is ...
HSBC Backs $220M WeLab Asian Fintech Deal
Global banking giant HSBC joined an impressive roster of investors that includes Prudential Hong Kong, Fubon Bank, and Hong Kong Investment Corporation.
HSBC reviews Singapore insurance unit amid focus on high growth in Hong Kong, mainland
It 'makes sense' for HSBC to focus on 'core high-growth markets' that have 'underpenetrated' insurance needs, analyst says HSBC Holdings' exploration of options for its insurance business in Singapore ...
Hong Kong’s thriving IPO scene: What’s driving momentum?
Hong Kong took the global IPO crown in 2025 – with blockbuster listings from batterymakers, to bubble tea chains. Emily Tan takes a look at what's driving that momentum.
3.2% economic growth in 2025 despite low consumption, Hong Kong finance chief says
Hong Kong saw an increase in economic growth of 3.2 per cent last year, Hong Kong’s finance chief has said, although consumption remained low. Financial secretary Paul Chan briefed lawmakers about the ...
Police: Final death toll in Hong Kong Tai Po fire reaches 168
The death toll from November's Tai Po Wang Fuk Court fire stands at 168, according to Hong Kong officials who said the identification and forensic examinations of the remains has been completed.
Hong Kong finalises Wang Fuk Court death toll at 168 as authorities mull demolishing blocks
Hong Kong authorities have finalised the death toll from the deadly Wang Fuk Court blaze at 168. The figure had risen from 161 to 168 after the remains of more victims were identified following ...
Hang Seng Bank Names Raymond Ch’ien As Board Chairman
HONG KONG (Dow Jones)--Hang Seng Bank Ltd. (0011.HK), a unit of HSBC HoldingsPLC (HBC), said Monday it appointed Raymond Ch'ien as board chairman to replaceMichael Smith who left HSBC in June to ...
Death toll in Hong Kong fire rises to 168 after more remains are identified
The Nov. 26 fire at a high-rise housing estate in the Chinese territory killed 110 women and 58 men ages 6 months to 98 years old, Hong Kong police said.
Final death toll from Hong Kong fire placed at 168
More than 30 people have been arrested in connection to the fire, on suspicions of manslaughter, fraud or corruption, city leader John Lee said on Wednesday. Announcing that officials had completed ...
Banks and brokerages’ growing demand for space buoys Hong Kong’s retail property sector
Financial services providers are emerging as a new force in the city’s retail property leasing space, analysts say.
WeLab completes US$220 million Series D strategic financing, marking the largest digital banking capital raise in Asia in 2025
WeLab, a leading pan-Asian fintech platform, announced the successful closing of its Series D strategic financing, securing US$220 million in funding. This marks the largest digital banking capital ra ...