On this episode of Odd Lots, we speak with Morgan Stanley housing strategist Jim Egan about what comes next. Egan argues that while high mortgage rates will discourage buyers, there won't be a ... ( read original story ...)
Security tokens can ‘revolutionise’ how Hong Kong, Greater Bay Area property developers fund mega projects, says report
Security token offerings (STOs) could ‘revolutionise’ the way developers raise capital to fund their projects, providing a shot in the arm for the property markets of Hong Kong and the Greater Bay ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stock market plunges after President Xi Jinping’s power grab
The Hang Seng China Enterprises Index, which measures Chinese stocks listed in Hong Kong, sank 7.3 per cent. That’s the worst plunge after a Chinese Communist Party congress since 1994. Fears grew ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong property agents see expat renters who fled Covid-19 curbs trickling back from cities including Singapore
Agents report an uptick in inquiries after the city's hotel quarantine requirement was relaxed Some returnees report finding Singapore's rents higher and its school spots harder to secure than they ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong rolls out measures to attract new talent
Hong Kong's leader has rolled out a slew of measures to woo global talent but Covid-19 restrictions and the high cost of living are two major hurdles that may prevent them from remaining in the city. ( read original story ...)
Hongkong Land (OTCMKTS:HNGKY) Hits New 1-Year Low at $21.19
Shares of Hongkong Land Holdings Limited (OTCMKTS:HNGKY – Get Rating) reached a new 52-week low on Friday . The company traded as low as $21.19 and last traded at $21.36, with a volume of 1932 shares ... ( read original story ...)
Henderson Land offers cheapest new flat seen in Hong Kong for over a year as property market continues to struggle
Hong Kong sees the cheapest new property launch since September 2021 at just HK$2.76 million for a small flat in Fanling. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong property market not expected to get big boost from stamp duty change, industry pins hopes on 2023 budget
Analysts doubt a tax-refund incentive announced by the chief executive in his policy address will do much to revive demand Next year's budget speech could yield further easing policies if home prices ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong rolls out measures to attract new talent but can it entice those already here to stay?
Coronavirus restrictions and high cost of living make young professionals think twice about staying in Hong Kong Experts say talent may choose to go to countries that have completely opened up to the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s big talent hunt: John Lee offers refund of hefty property tax to non-locals who stay
Top talent from mainland China and overseas who move to Hong Kong, buy homes and put down roots will get a refund on a hefty chunk of property tax many have criticised as unfair. Outlining plans to ... ( read original story ...)
The Hong Kong property market is probably expecting some downward pressure, says JLL
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Hong Kong Cuts Property Tax, Eases Visa Rules to Attract Talent
Hong Kong is cutting property taxes and easing visa rules for non-permanent residents to attract global talent and revive the city as an international financial hub. ( read original story ...)
It’s too early to buy Hong Kong property and real estate stocks, says investment firm
William Ma of Grow Investment Group says Hong Kong property stocks could tumble in the near term as a result of weak demand. ( read original story ...)
Easing of cooling measures is not a cure-all for Hong Kong’s struggling property market, say analysts
Any relaxation of the government's cooling measures will only slow down the decline in homes prices but not reverse the trend, says DBS Bank analyst Jeff Yau Chief Executive John Lee is expected to ... ( read original story ...)