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Hong Kong’s property market won’t see a strong ‘V-shaped’ rebound, analyst says
Marcos Chan, head of research at CBRE Hong Kong, says demand for residential property will nevertheless pick up, and a "couple of percentage points up" in prices is possible.
Shares of semiconductor startup BaTeLab fall in Hong Kong trading debut
BaTeLab's shares fell in their trading debut in Hong Kong, sliding below their initial offering price in a lackluster start for the Chinese semiconductor company backed by electric-vehicle giant BYD.
Jailed, unseated, exiled: Hong Kong opposition party shuts its doors
Six lapel pins bearing the Civic Party's founding date are all Hong Kong veteran politician Alan Leong kept when the once-prominent opposition group cleared its headquarters and shuttered its doors ...
Hong Kong, Indian customs arrest 8 in joint crackdown on syndicate that laundered HK$500 million in bogus diamond trading scheme
Four businessmen, directors of five firms allegedly involved in money-laundering activities, were arrested in Hong Kong on December 18.
Hong Kong Stock Market Expected To Open In The Green On Thursday
The Hong Kong stock market rebounded on Wednesday, one day after snapping the two-day winning streak in which it had picked up more ...
Hong Kong opposition activist Agnes Chow to face repercussions if she fails to return from Canada to fulfil bail conditions on Thursday
Chow, 27, a student in Toronto, has to report to Hong Kong police on Thursday as part of her bail conditions Police have warned a warrant for her arrest will be sought if she does not turn up and a ...
Unbelievable excitement as Hong Kong Derby countdown ramps up
It’s that time of year again when Hong Kong racing fans eat too much, drink too much and like the early-season runs of Derby-eligible gallopers too ...
Tony Leung and Andy Lau on The Goldfinger, their new movie that sees the Hong Kong superstars reunited for the first time since Infernal Affairs
Hong Kong superstars Tony Leung and Andy Lau reveal what they like about working with each other, playing good and bad guys in The Goldfinger, and how to boost the city’s movie industry.
Hong Kong must be ready for Lunar New Year after festive holiday woes
Christmas exodus and shrinking inbound tourism mean city has to be better prepared for next big holiday and encourage more visitors and locals to spend Hong Kong is feeling the heat this Christmas as ...
Hong Kong Proposes Licenses For Stablecoin Issuers, Outlines Regulations In Case Of Default
Hong Kong-based stablecoin issuers should obtain a license in order to operate in the city and cater to retail investors. That's according to a consultation paper from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority ...
Hong Kong regulators propose tougher rules for sale of stablecoins to retail investors
The legislative proposal comes as Hong Kong steps up efforts to become a virtual asset and Web3 hub by providing a clear regulatory environment.
Beijing exchange’s IPO volumes weather China’s stock market storm as investors bet on policy tailwinds
Initial public offerings (IPO) volumes at the Beijing Stock Exchange (BSE) have suffered the least after authorities restricted new share sales on the three mainland bourses this year, reflecting ...
Hong Kong to spend HK$15 billion on fresh water from mainland China over next three years
New three-year deal for water supply from Dongjiang River in Guangdong province has highest annual price increase since 2018 Hong Kong officials say new rate was designed to take account of exchange ...