SINGAPORE: HSBC said on Monday (Feb 14) it has appointed Luanne Lim as the chief executive officer of its Hong Kong business, its biggest market, as the Asia-focussed bank looks to expand its ... ( read original story ...)
Covid ‘onslaught’ has overwhelmed Hong Kong’s capacity, leader says
Carrie Lam says her government will work with Chinese officials to combat ‘worrying’ situation as cases soar First published on Sun 13 Feb 2022 21.27 EST Hong Kong’s leader, Carrie Lam, has said an ... ( read original story ...)
The US is about to get its first Chinese IPO in months
Hong Kong (CNN Business)The United States is about to get its first initial public offering from a Chinese company in months, even as US-China tensions and regulatory scrutiny remain high. Meihua ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong watchdog warns of NFT, metaverse risks as top 2022 tech dangers amid rising number of phishing scams
A vibrant community of NFT and metaverse enthusiasts have formed in Hong Kong, Asia's financial and art trading hub, where regulators have been slow to catch up with the rapid development of ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong looks for at least USD3B to reduce effect of epidemic
(MENAFN) Hong Kong is in search of at least USD3 billion in assets to add to its market after financial stress from its coronavirus restrictions. The local administration in the semi-autonomous ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong “overwhelmed” as COVID infections hit record
HONG KONG, Feb 14 (Reuters) - The latest wave of COVID-19 infections ... Despite the latest surge, deaths in the global financial hub remain far less than similar-sized cities since the pandemic ... ( read original story ...)
Gay Games 11 Hong Kong founder and leader, Dennis Philipse, steps down to resume his professional career
It has been an honour to have founded and led Gay Games 11 Hong Kong (GGHK), a visionary startup organisation, during the last seven years, the last two full-time in a volunteer capacity. Due to the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong to vaccinate 3-year-olds amid new COVID-19 surge
HONG KONG — Hong Kong plans to offer COVID-19 vaccines to children as young as 3 as infections rage through the semi-autonomous Chinese city. The announcement Monday came as the government reported ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong daily COVID infections hit record of 2,071
HONG KONG, Feb 14 (Reuters) - Hong Kong reported 2,071 new daily COVID-19 infections on Monday, a new record, with 4500 preliminary positive cases, authorities said, as they battle to control a ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong property is standing strong amid rival Singapore’s challenge
Commercial property transaction volumes in Hong Kong last year exceeded their pre-pandemic level in 2019, with sought-after industrial properties accounting for five of the top 10 deals, according to ... ( read original story ...)
British property developer opens permanent Hong Kong sales outpost
Galliard has been marketing its London property developments to Hong Kong buyers for 30 years. This content is available only to PrimeResi Professional Members. If you have a membership login below, ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong leader says 5th COVID wave has ‘overwhelmed’ city’s capacity
Hong Kong's leader Carrie Lam said on Monday (Feb 14) that the "onslaught" of coronavirus infections in the global financial hub has dealt a heavy blow and overwhelmed its capacity to deal with the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong to extend suspension of face-to-face classes to March 7 -RTHK
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong will extend the suspension of face-to-face classes by two weeks until March 7, local broadcaster RTHK said on Monday, as the global financial hub grapples to contain a ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong shares close down on Ukraine fears, Fed tightening
Hong Kong shares finished lower on Monday, dragged down by tech giants and financial names on warnings that Russia could invade Ukraine at any time and as an alarmingly high U.S. inflation reading ... ( read original story ...)