There is no need for pessimism after the sell-off in recent months, according to Haitong International and Soochow Securities. Look for structural reforms even as policy tightening rolls on, says BNP ... ( read original story ...)
JPMorgan to boost Asia private banking headcount by over 100 this year – sources
JPMorgan Chase & Co plans to boost its private banking business headcount in Asia by more than 100 this year, two people with direct knowledge of the matter said, joining its peers in a push to grab a ... ( read original story ...)
Xinjiang Paramilitary Anti-terror Cop to Lead Hong Kong Garrison
A general who led China's anti-terrorism special forces in Xinjiang has been promoted to head up the People's Liberation Army in Hong Kong, state media has reported. The appointment comes as Beijing ... ( read original story ...)
Most ESG decisions by Hong Kong and mainland China executives primarily driven by compliance, PwC survey shows
Senior executives believe that neglecting ESG factors in decision-making could affect their companies' ability to attract business opportunities and retain clients Despite recognising the importance ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Covid-19 birthday party scandal: ‘invisible guests’ and unanswered questions take the cake in unfolding health scare
More than 200 people now linked to party thrown for pro-Beijing figure, double what was initially thought, with some guests still unaccounted for Authorities relying solely on personal accounts of ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Finds New Suspected Covid Case at Official’s Scandal-Hit Birthday Party
Hong Kong has found a new preliminary positive Covid-19 case linked to a scandal-hit birthday party that’s ensnared a minister in government quarantine as the city rushes to contain an omicron ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks rise to 4-week high on tech, property boost
Hong Kong stocks rose to a four-week high on Monday, helped by a jump in technology shares and a rebound in property plays. ** The Hang Seng index rose 1.1%, to 23,746.54, while the China Enterprises ... ( read original story ...)
China fines Bank of East Asia $2.6 mln for violating credit information rules
China's central bank said on Monday it fined Hong Kong's Bank of East Asia 0023.HK 16.74 million yuan ($2.63 million) for violating rules on collecting credit information, a filing showed. The penalty ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong finds new suspected Covid-19 case at official’s scandal-hit birthday party
Hong Kong has confirmed another Covid-19 case linked to a scandal-hit birthday party that’s ensnared a minister in government quarantine as the city rushes to contain an omicron outbreak. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong welfare officials to tighten checks in wake of child abuse scandal
Department chief pledges to improve services, review inspection of child welfare institutions and improve training for staff of such centres. ( read original story ...)
Xinjiang anti-terror general to lead China’s Hong Kong garrison
A general who led China's anti-terrorism special forces in Xinjiang has been promoted to head the People's Liberation Army in Hong Kong, state media has ... ( read original story ...)
Asian Financial Forum highlights Hong Kong’s new opportunities
Hong Kong new opportunities amid changes reshaping the economic landscape have been highlighted at the 15th Asian Financial Forum ... ( read original story ...)
Why Hong Kong housing and office markets are facing very different supply shocks
The city's office market is about to contend with a rare wave of new supply that will put the leasing market under renewed pressure The housing market, meanwhile, is struggling to overcome a dearth of ... ( read original story ...)
Demand for commercial real estate is picking up in Hong Kong, says JLL
Gavin Morgan of the real estate firm says it's "cautiously optimistic" on Hong Kong's commercial property market and discusses how the hybrid work model has affected the sector. ( read original story ...)