China's state-owned CITIC Ltd has agreed to sell its 19.23% stake in Fast Food Holdings, the company behind McDonald's China and Hong Kong operations, to Trustar Fast Food Holdings for $430.3 million.
Ex-Hong Kong dim sum chef jailed for 17 years for repeatedly assaulting, raping daughter
A man in Hong Kong has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for repeatedly assaulting and raping his underage daughter over a decade, with a judge saying the defendant’s continuous financial contribution to his family will not mitigate his “chilling ...
Hong Kong Summit Draws World’s Top Bankers as City Seeks Revival
Hong Kong is expected to host the world’s top bankers in the third edition of an annual summit intended to boost the city’s status as a global financial hub.
2024 Eastern YiXiang Fashion Gala(China) is back open
On October 17, the 2024 Eastern YiXiang Fashion Gala(China) was grandly opened in Luohu, Shenzhen, with "National Charm and Huaguang" as the breakthrough topic, with the goal of reconstructing the global fashion pattern and regaining the right to speak in fashion.
Hong Kong authorities say soil infection killed monkeys, as 11th dies
Melioidosis, a bacterial infection, was responsible for killing at least nine monkeys at a Hong Kong zoo, authorities said, as a further two died over the weekend, taking the total to 11 in the past ...
Nearly 1,900 Hong Kong teachers apply to work in England despite significant pay cuts
Nearly 1,900 Hong Kong teachers have applied to work in England under an initiative to source overseas educators. Around 800 have been approved so far. But one of those chosen said candidates from ...
China’s ‘long-term growth story’ draws European family offices to Hong Kong
Wealthy European families approve of Hong Kong's family office-friendly policies, says wealth-management CEO of French bank BNP Paribas Wealthy European families are increasingly interested in ...
Spark Deep Dive: Elderly poverty rising in Hong Kong, increasing wealth inequality
More senior citizens are struggling financially, sparking discussions about helping them return to the workforce.
The ‘software’ that’s needed to revive Hong Kong’s economy
John Lee’s Asean and Gulf outreach is commendable – but Hong Kong needs more openness and sharper diplomacy. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Hong Kong firms should rethink plans to spur tourist spending rather than complain: minster
Deputy Chief Secretary Warner Cheuk urges sector to make visitors ‘feel at home’, insists tourists still want to spend big.
Hongkong Land: A Dividend Engine At A 71% Discount To NAV
Hongkong Land boasts resilient occupancy rates, stable rental income, and solid fundamentals. Read why I am bullish on HKHGF stock.
Hong Kong to Bring in Measures to Boost Gold Trading, Chan Says
Hong Kong will roll out several measures with the aim of becoming an international trading center for gold and other commodities, financial secretary Paul Chan wrote in his blog Sunday.
Hong Kong court delays are so long, juvenile offenders become adults while awaiting justice
I have been complaining for many years – it’s not particularly fun but someone has to do it – about the lamentable speed with which prosecutions proceed in Hong Kong. You will notice that a sentencing ...
Hong Kong should scrap ‘panda economy’ focus as it is too ‘low end’, former minister says
Anthony Cheung also says Hong Kong struggling to appeal to investors because it has been 'projecting an image of a national security city' A former Hong Kong transport minister has poured cold water ...