The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and Web Summit have announced that RISE, 'one of the world’s most influential tech events', will return to Hong Kong in March 2022, as an in-person event. RISE was ... ( read original story ...)
Carrie Lam denies Hong Kong government restructuring plans tied to possible re-election bid
Possible creation of two new bureaus – one for arts and one for housing – meant to ‘pave the way’ for next chief executive, city leader says. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks extend losses before data signalling further China slowdown while Evergrande crisis deepens
Key China reports on Wednesday suggest the economy lost further momentum in August. Evergrande slumps after it hired outside advisers, signalling a possible reorganisation of its offshore debt. ( read original story ...)
Record-low voter turnout for Macau elections after opposition ban – will Hong Kong’s polls see same fate?
Political race also marks surge in blank and invalidated ballots, seen as a protest gesture against ban on opposition candidates. ( read original story ...)
Nio Rivals Xpeng, Li Auto Fall In Hong Kong After Minister’s Comments, Alibaba Continues To Dip While Other Big Tech Firms Strike Gains
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba’s shares traded 0.6% lower at HKD 159.80 ($20.53) in Hong Kong, while electric vehicle maker Li Auto’s shares traded 3.6% lower at HKD 113.00 ($14.52) and peer Xpeng’s ... ( read original story ...)
When magician David Copperfield arrived in Hong Kong promising ‘spectacular and death-defying illusions’
American magician David Copperfield claimed to have ‘reinvented magic’ when he arrived in Hong Kong to perform a week of shows in September, 1988. ( read original story ...)
China bubble tea chain Heytea taps UBS for $671 million Hong Kong IPO
Heytea, the Chinese bubble tea maker, has tapped UBS Group for its potential Hong Kong initial public offering (IPO) as soon as next year, according to people familiar with the matter.. Read more at ... ( read original story ...)
When magician David Copperfield arrived in Hong Kong promising ‘spectacular and death-defying illusions’
American magician David Copperfield claimed to have ‘reinvented magic’ when he arrived in Hong Kong to perform a week of shows in September, 1988. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Bourse Predicted To Open In The Green
The Hong Kong stock market headed south again on Monday, one session after ending the two-day slide in which it had tumbled almost 650 points or 2.4 percent. The Hang Seng Index now rests just above ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Companies Focused on Employee Engagement During Pandemic
Thirty Hong Kong companies have been named the 'Best Companies to Work For in Asia' by HR Asia - a publication of Business Media International, the region's most authoritative publication for senior ... ( read original story ...)
China Introduces Wealth Management Connect with Assistance from Hong Kong, Macau
China has introduced the Wealth Management Connect (WMC) along with Hong Kong and Macau in order to conduct cross-border investments. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks edge up after big sell-off
Hong Kong shares started Tuesday morning on a quiet note after the previous day's sell-off and following a positive lead from Wall Street. The Hang ... ( read original story ...)
Milbank Doubles Down in Hong Kong. Will Its New Strategy Pay Off?
While global firms that have relied on China-related work in Hong Kong are being impacted by the gradual decoupling of the U.S. and China, Milbank is thriving as it focuses on work in other parts of ... ( read original story ...)
Cathay’s sacking of unvaccinated crew: Hong Kong unions urge caution as catering businesses also prod staff to get Covid-19 jabs
Employers who have managed to get all staff vaccinated say incentives and allaying fears worked in minimising resistance. ( read original story ...)