S&P lowers Hong Kong credit rating following China cut

Standard & Poor's on Friday slashed Hong Kong's top-notch credit rating ... said a "prolonged period of strong credit growth has increased China's economic financial risks", and downgraded the world's number-two economy from AA-minus to A-plus -- its ... ( read original story ...)

Using HSBC HK overseas

All set with your Hong Kong company and HSBC bank account? Congratulations! It can be quite a feat, especially in today’s rather strict KYC – “Know your Customer” world. So, after you have the bank account, you may want to make some changes. ( read original story ...)

How the Hong Kong IPO market is performing in 2017

Hong Kong is expected to complete new listings for 106 companies raising about HK$85 billion (US$10.90 billion) by September 30 2017, compared with 71 initial public offerings (IPOs) raising HK$134.3 billion in the same period last year, according to the ... ( read original story ...)

BOC seized P2M worth of smuggled glutinous rice

MANILA: The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has discovered misdeclared goods inside a container van from Hong Kong. Its accompanying documents states it contains apparels such as undergarments. But following X-ray inspection, the Customs personnel discovered sacks ... ( read original story ...)

Hong Kong launches HK$2 billion fund to support tech start-ups

Hong Kong has launched a HK$2 billion (US$256 million) fund to encourage investment in local innovation and technology start-ups, in an effort to boost new economic activity. The government said on Friday it is inviting venture capital funds to apply to ... ( read original story ...)

Hong Kong’s cross-border connection paves way for major IPOs

“Hong Kong had a pipeline of more than 170 IPO applications by the end of August,” Au says. “In addition, plans for about two to three large to mega IPOs mainly by technology-related businesses are likely to be completed before the end of 201 ( read original story ...)

Hong Kong’s top ten skyscrapers

Hong Kong has more skyscrapers than any other city in the world ... Bank of China Tower While the BOC Tower is often criticised for bringing bad luck due to its likeness to a knife, it’s still one of the most eyecatching buildings in our skyline. ( read original story ...)