The Hong Kong Observatory says it has recorded 355.7mm of rainfall, making it the highest daily rainfall recorded for August since records began in 1884.
Hong Kong issued 51 rainstorm signals for 2025 so far, beating whole-year record
Veteran meteorologist warns that global warming could mean more instances of extreme wet weather in Hong Kong are likely to occur in long run.
Stocks in China, Hong Kong edge higher on hopes for Sino-US trade deal
In Hong Kong, the benchmark Hang Seng Index was up 0.18% at 24,947.45 points, while the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index fell 0.03% to 8,948.78 points.
HSBC creates global CMO role amid efforts to improve agility
John McDonald joins from UBS to lead marketing and brand across the four HSBC primary businesses. HSBC has named a new CMO to oversee global functions in its bid to become “a more simple, agile and ...
Hong Kong asks insurers to return investing roles from Singapore, sources say
The push started in early 2024 and is focusing on companies including AIA Group, the sources said. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
80-year-old Hong Kong taxi driver arrested after tourist fatally struck by vehicle
An 80-year-old taxi driver has been arrested after he lost control of his vehicle, killing a tourist from the Philippines, according to the HK police.
Record-breaking Hong Kong deluge shuts down schools, hospital wards
Blackened skies unleashed torrential rains on Hong Kong on Tuesday (August 5), shutting hospitals, schools and law courts, and turning the Asian financial center's many staircases into waterfalls.
Mainland China, Hong Kong stocks edge higher on hopes for Sino-US trade deal
SHANGHAI/SINGORE, - Mainland China and Hong Kong stocks edged higher on Wednesday, underpinned by market hopes for an extended trade truce between the United States and China to reach a final deal.
Hong Kong police on hunt for man who used fake bills in Patek Philippe, Richard Mille deal
Owners of Patek Philippe and Richard Mille timepieces discover they were given counterfeit banknotes about 30 minutes after suspect flees.
Fintechs to Expand Operations in Hong Kong As Applications Open for Stablecoin Issuer Licenses
Hong Kong is emerging as a global hub for fintechs, driven by the steady adoption of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology.
China Market Update: Massive Inflow Into Hong Kong Stocks From Mainland China Overnight
Asian equities had a strong day, led by Australia, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam, while India underperformed, as the US dollar weakened overnight.
Hong Kong Asks Insurers to Return Investing Roles From Singapore
Life insurers have become the latest target in Hong Kong’s efforts to compete with Singapore in retaining talent and capital.
Hong Kong Engineering Firm KWF Group Files for IPO
KWF is a civil-engineering subcontractor in Hong Kong that was founded in 2014. It is incorporated in the Cayman Islands. KWF logged $12.5 million in revenue in the fiscal year ended Feb. 28, 2025.
Bank of China Hong Kong tests 1,500 e-HKD transactions as CBDC project advances
BOCHK completed 1,500 e-HKD test transactions as Hong Kong’s stablecoin rules took effect on August 1, boosting digital currency adoption.