“Hong Kong is a vibrant financial centre with a robust business environment. And over the long term, we would like to get exposure in the market. But it is not our key destination today,” said Tan. Pr... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks rise for first time in seven days as US Treasury yields fall from seven-year high
Stocks listed in Hong Kong rose on Wednesday for the first time in seven days, as equities received a respite after a drop in US Treasury yields. The Hang Seng Index rebounded by 0.1 per cent, snappin... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong extends business aviation night slots trial
A night slot trial for business and general aviation at the congested Hong Kong International Airport has been extended past its original October end date. AsBAA, the Asian Business Aviation Associati... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong to ban e-cigarettes, other new smoking products
HONG KONG — Hong Kong’s leader says the semi-autonomous Chinese territory plans to ban e-cigarettes and other new smoking products to protect public health. Carrie Lam said in an annual policy address ... ( read original story ...)
MBA Students In Hong Kong Have Every Reason To Be Happy
For Stephanie Villemagne, associate dean of graduate programs at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Business School, these changes have prompted a shift in the employment landscape across Chin... ( read original story ...)
Here’s How An MBA In Hong Kong Helped Me Kick-Start My Career In FinTech
But for MBA students at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Business School, fintech activity in Hong Kong itself is just the tip of the iceberg. The school offers a Finance and Technology conc... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong business chambers play down concerns over Financial Times journalist Victor Mallet’s visa refusal
Two major business chambers on Sunday played down concerns over the Hong Kong government’s decision not to renew a working visa for veteran journalist Victor Mallet after he chaired a Foreign Correspo... ( read original story ...)
Maternity leave in Hong Kong: can Chief Executive Carrie Lam bring city in line with Singapore and South Korea without riling the business community?
Mother-to-be Erica Wong Wing-yan heaved a sigh of relief when her company increased maternity leave from the statutory 10 weeks to 14 weeks this year. The Hongkonger and her husband, both 33, are expe... ( read original story ...)
5 Reasons Why You Should Setup Your Startup Company in Hong Kong
I’ve been to Hong Kong several times since 1988 that I have lost count. I have personally seen how this vibrant city has transformed from what it is today, after thirty years of almost yearly visits. ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Optical Fair Opens Next Month
HONG KONG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Asia’s premier Hong Kong Optical Fair will be held from 7-9 Nov 2018 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong broadcaster TVB fires 150 staff members citing losses in international business and restructuring
Hong Kong’s biggest television station fired another 150 people on Friday arising from losses in its international business and operational restructuring. Television Broadcasts (TVB) ushered in a wave ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau mega bridge may fail to drive taxi business, cabbies say
The long-awaited opening later this year of southern China’s 55km mega bridge between Hong Kong, Zhuhai and Macau is set to trigger a lucrative boost in business for many firms, but opinions among cab... ( read original story ...)
Start-up shows role Hong Kong can play in mainland hi-tech push
Hong Kong has overcome the lack of natural resources to prosper over the years by adapting to change and seizing opportunities. The latest challenge arises as the city is caught in the middle of a tra... ( read original story ...)
Office rents in Hong Kong’s Central, the most expensive in the world, will only go up even amid exodus, says district’s biggest landlord
Hongkong Land is London-listed and ultimately controlled by ... including investment banks BNP Paribas and Goldman Sachs, to move some business functions to cheaper locations, while retaining head off... ( read original story ...)