HSBC has been scaling back its worldwide footprint, exiting dozens of low-returning consumer banking activities, from France to Greece to Canada in the past few years ...
Hong Kong plans to relieve some but not all worst housing conditions
Housing is a sensitive issue in Hong Kong, one of the world's least affordable cities, where the government controls land supply and high property costs are the norm. A new government policy targets ...
Chinese stocks in Hong Kong near October high fueled by DeepSeek optimism
The Hang Seng China Enterprises Index rose as much as 2.7%, moving closer to surpassing its October high. Tech heavyweights Xiaomi Corp, Tencent Holdings ...
China issues US$8.2 billion in bills in Hong Kong to stabilise yuan amid trade tensions
Move is the latest in a series by China’s central bank that support Hong Kong’s status as a global hub for offshore yuan business.
Hong Kong stocks head for fifth winning week on gradual tariffs, DeepSeek trade
A measured US approach to reciprocal tariffs assuages investors as DeepSeek mania continues to power tech stocks.
Why some Hong Kongers live in homes smaller than a parking space, by the numbers
Landlords in Hong Kong, a city with a notoriously high cost of housing, have found they can make more money by dividing a flat into two or more units.
A crackdown on substandard homes leaves low-income Hong Kongers wondering where to go
Hong Kong plans to crack down on poor-quality subdivided flats are leaving many low-income residents uncertain about their future in one of the world’s most expensive housing markets.
How Hong Kong Can Seize the Mantle as Asia’s Crypto Hub
Which market offers the most favorable environment for virtual assets? This distinction remains highly contested, with various financial centers ...
NSFW Trailer for Sexy Hong Kong-Set Pic ‘Queerpanorama’ Released Ahead of Berlin Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)
Best Friend Forever has unveiled the steamy trailer for 'Queerpanorama,' directed by Hong Kong filmmaker Jun Li and set for a Berlinale Premiere.
Vietnam eatery owner stuns netizens with striking resemblance to Hong Kong singer Faye Wong
Restaurant is popular with local low-income workers, serving 30 free bowls of pho, called ‘suspended noodles’, daily to those in need.
Air passenger arrested in Hong Kong over ‘space oil’ haul worth HK$8.4 million
Arrival from Bangkok was allegedly carrying 8kg of etomidate, with case coming day before the anaesthetic will be classified as dangerous drug.
Hong Kong to ease IPO rules for mainland Chinese firms in boost for global ambitions
Market watchdog and exchange are studying the issue and will propose changes this year, treasury chief Christopher Hui says.
Hong Kong International Literary Festival 2025 highlights, including 4 star women authors
Taking place from March 1 to 8, this year’s HKILF will again feature established and emerging writers from Hong Kong and around the globe.
Family of Hong Kong’s ‘minibus king’ sells The Center offices at 34% loss in market slump
Ma Ah-muk bought the floors in 2018 from Li Ka-shing’s CK Asset as part of what was then the world’s priciest property transaction.