A gauge of Hong Kong’s interbank borrowing costs surged to the highest level in 14 years, tracking rising global rates amid expectations of aggressive rate hikes by major central banks. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong must put Covid in the rear-view mirror and nurture local talent to outpace Singapore on the global stage
Singapore earned a leg up on Hong Kong this week, when the city state unveiled a new five-year visa to lure foreign nationals, consolidating its status as Asia’s pre-eminent post-Covid city. ( read original story ...)
Talent Agency’s Shelved IPO Adds to Hong Kong’s Deal Trouble
A management firm that represents Chinese celebrities is the first to suspend an initial public offering in Hong Kong after having started to take orders for its shares, evidencing a valuation ... ( read original story ...)
Are You A Fintech Or ESG Expert? Hong Kong Beckons You With These Perks
The Hong Kong government is planning to offer cash subsidies and simplify immigration requirements to lure global fintech and ESG talent said Christopher Hui, Secretary for Financial Services and the ... ( read original story ...)
Pandas and Trump teach Hong Kong kids about national security crimes
Rows of fidgeting Hong Kong schoolchildren looked on as a short film explained what constitutes a national security crime, using former US President Donald Trump as an example -- and a warning. ( read original story ...)
‘Tears in their eyes’: Diners rush to Hong Kong’s Tung Po Kitchen before it shuts down
After 30 years in business, Tung Po Kitchen, an icon of Hong Kong dining, will shut down on Sept 2.The sudden closure of the restaurant in the cooked-food market of the Java Road Municipal Services ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong to get more support in contribution to building of Belt and Road
Chinese Vice Premier Han Zheng said in his speech via video link at the summit that the central government will fully support Hong Kong in participating in and contributing to the development of the ... ( read original story ...)
Hang Seng Poised To Bounce Higher Again On Friday
The Hang Seng finished sharply lower on Thursday following losses from the financials, casinos, technology stocks and oil companies, while the properties were mixed. For the day, the index plunged 357 ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong seeks to lure global fintech, ESG talent with cash grants and easy immigration, minister says
The Hong Kong government will dedicate resources to train local talent and attract expatriates in fintech and ESG sectors by offering cash incentives and an easy immigration channel. ( read original story ...)
Mainland China authorities support ‘reverse quarantine’ plan: Hong Kong government
Going to mainland China from Hong Kong may soon get easier as a Covid-19 “reverse quarantine” proposal by the Hong Kong government is getting the support of its counterparts across the border, the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong blown away: ‘Playing against Kohli is the best thing that will happen to most of us’
Babar Hayat and Ayush Shukla open up about their Asia Cup experience, which included a trip to the Indian dressing room | ESPN.com ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Airport Trial Runs Passenger Influx in Easing Signal
Hong Kong International Airport has conducted a trial run of a major surge in passenger arrivals, in one of the clearest signs yet the finance hub could soon further relax Covid curbs.Most Read from B ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Officials Target End to Hotel Quarantine in November
Hong Kong is targeting an end to hotel quarantine in November, ahead of a summit of global bankers and an international rugby competition, even as a resurgence in Covid-19 cases prompts health ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s house prices falling again
Hong Kong’s residential property prices have skyrocketed by 165% (inflation-adjusted). In contrast, real incomes have virtually stagnated in Hong Kong for years. However, due to the combined impact of ... ( read original story ...)