There may be some reprieve for Hong Kong’s economy after two years of anemic growth, according to Hao Zhou, a senior emerging markets economist at Commerzbank. The third quarter this year was Hong ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong to see positive growth over next two years: Commerzbank
A lot of headwinds lie ahead for the city, but Hong Kong's economy has probably bottomed out after two years of sluggish growth, says Hao Zhou of Commerzbank. ( read original story ...)
Asia-Pacific stocks mixed; JD Health aims to raise more than $3 billion in Hong Kong listing
Pacific were mixed in Thursday trade. JD Health, a unit of Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com, is looking to raise more than $3 billion in its Hong Kong debut. The firm is planning to sell 381.9 million ... ( read original story ...)
Asia Stocks Face Muted Start as Global Rally Ebbs: Markets Wrap
Asian stocks looked poised for a cautious start Thursday after U.S. shares slipped on disappointing economic data. The dollar retreated. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong to Require Tests; Cases Top 60 Million: Virus Update
Global coronavirus cases topped 60 million. Hong Kong will empower doctors to mandate Covid tests for suspected virus patients, while South Korea recorded the most daily infections since March, ... ( read original story ...)
Little Buddies on a mission: Hong Kong Red Cross’ programme to develop leadership skills in children to benefit from funds raised by Operation Santa Claus
"First, you need to clean the wound," said seven-year old Jovon Lee Yu-hon, when asked what he would do if he saw a friend had fallen over and injured himself. "Then, you need to wrap it with this," ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s independent judiciary braced for Beijing onslaught
Beijing is expected to target Hong Kong’s independent judiciary as it tightens control over the territory’s institutions, according to Philip Dykes, head of the city’s bar association. As part of a ... ( read original story ...)
Reports of Hong Kong’s Death Are Greatly Exaggerated
Hong Kong no longer has a formal political opposition. The entire pro-democracy camp resigned from Hong Kong’s Legislative Council in protest over a resolution by the Standing Committee of the ... ( read original story ...)
More concrete measures required to rebuild confidence of Hong Kong
Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor is trying hard to impress Beijing and the people of Hong Kong. With a firm pledge to strengthen "one country, two systems" and a smorgasbord of delights in cross-border ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong leader lays out steps to better link city with rest of Greater Bay Area
Airport Authority to acquire more shares in Zhuhai Airport to boost aviation sector; launch scheme to support local graduates in jobs over the border. ( read original story ...)
HSBC Shares Surge on Dividend Bets as Turnaround Gains Steam
HSBC Holdings Plc shares surged as much as 8% in Hong Kong trading on optimism Europe’s biggest lender may soon resume paying dividends as a turnaround gathers speed. The shares rose 6.5% to HK$42.35 ... ( read original story ...)
HSBC Life Hong Kong announces Two Senior Appointments to Strengthen its Market-Leading Position and Growth its Health Propositions
HSBC Life has announced two senior appointments in Hong Kong to support its growth agenda while enhancing its ability to bring a multi-channel differentiated health and wellness proposition for ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong leader pledges to rebuild confidence and restore trust in long-awaited policy address
Hong Kong's leader unveiled a lengthy policy blueprint on Wednesday aimed at rebuilding confidence in a city beset by political turmoil and financial uncertainty, promising to restore constitutional ... ( read original story ...)
Filipino women’s team take Hong Kong cricket by storm
Despite no background in the game, scant coaching and very little time, the SCC Divas have made a startling impact, winning Hong Kong's development league twice in their first two seasons. ( read original story ...)