At a time of lackluster productivity growth worldwide, automation technologies, including robotics, artificial intelligence and machine learning can give a needed boost to economic growth, Joe Ngai, managing director of McKinsey's Hong Kong office said ... ( read original story ...)
China badly needs robots to protect its economy from a shrinking labour force, McKinsey
“At this moment, China is investing the most in automation,” Joe Ngai, managing partner of McKinsey’s Hong Kong office, told reporters on Thursday. “I think China will make big progress in adopting automation in the coming years ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong's delivery startup Lalamove eyes IPO in two years
HONG KONG -- Hong Kong-based Lalamove has introduced a new motorbike service in the territory as the delivery startup plays catch-up with rivals ahead of a proposed initial public offering in the next two years. Dubbed "Uber for logistics," Lalamove is a ... ( read original story ...)
HSBC risks losing advantage with year-long delay in Chinese banking push
A spokesman for HSBC in Hong Kong said the bank continues to seek the required approval, declining to comment on the timing. The proposed HSBC-Qianhai firm would be able to trade as well as underwrite stocks and bonds for Chinese firms, unlike foreign ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong's No. 2 Official Resigns, Plans Leadership Bid
Hong Kong's No. 2 government official said Thursday that she was resigning to prepare for a leadership bid for the southern Chinese city's top job. Chief Secretary Carrie Lam said she tendered her resignation to Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying and asked ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong's No. 2 Official Resigns; Leadership Bid Expected
Hong Kong's No. 2 government official resigned on Thursday in what is widely seen as preparation for a bid for the southern Chinese city's top leadership job. Chief Secretary Carrie Lam tendered her resignation to Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong deputy resigns, tipped for leadership bid
Hong Kong's number two official Carrie Lam resigned Thursday ahead ... Lam, who has worked in government since 1980, would become the city's first woman chief executive. News of her resignation was announced by the government Thursday afternoon in a ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong consumers open to robots in retail financial services, says survey
A high percentage of Hong Kong consumers are willing to accept the use of robots – computer-generated advice and services – for their banking, insurance and retirement planning needs in future, according to a new survey by Accenture. The global ... ( read original story ...)
Hang Seng Index (IndexHangSeng:HSI) Hong Kong HEFFX Trading Outlook
HANG SENG INDEX closed up 190.500 at 22,935.350 ... currently bullish on .HSI and have had this outlook for the last 2 periods. HEFFX Candlesticks Hong Kong A white body occurred (because prices closed higher than they opened). During the past 10 bars ... ( read original story ...)
HK startups revving up 'significantly'
The Hong Kong government's stepped up efforts to lift the innovation and technology sector have apparently paid off, with startup enterprises in the city reporting significant growth last year, along with those in the Pearl River Delta. Parker Zheng ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks up for fifth day ahead of Trump's news conference
Jan 11 Hong Kong stocks rose for a fifth straight session on Wednesday to hit fresh one-month highs as investors awaited U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's news conference later in the day for clues which may set the tone for global markets. The benchmark ... ( read original story ...)
The essential guide to Kowloon, Hong Kong's 'dark' side
Hong Kong's best hotels for amazing views Where to eat Hutong Hutong, which serves northern-style Chinese cuisine, offers stunning views of the city's central business district skyline across the harbor. Flavors in dishes served at this high-end restaurant ... ( read original story ...)
Yuk Wing Group Holdings Limited Trading Debut
HONG KONG--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Yuk Wing Group Holdings Limited (“Yuk Wing”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”; stock code: 1536), a leading manufacturer and supplier of DTH rockdrilling tools in Hong Kong, announces its successful listing ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong divided over Forbidden City museum plan
Those cultural treasures, however, have become the focus of a dispute in Hong Kong. A recently unveiled proposal to build a local branch of the museum has met much resistance, amid growing political tension with the mainland Chinese government. The ... ( read original story ...)