Economy

How Hong Kong plans to position itself as a greener city

The government will establish a green-tech committee as part of its efforts.

Business receipts of major service industries fall double digits in Q4

The import/export trade industry recorded the largest decrease of 21.6% YoY.

Foreign currency reserves hit US$429.1b in February

It contracted from the US$436.5b record in January.

Exports value falls 36.7% YoY to $290.9b in January 2023

The slackened external environment contributed to the fall.

Digital economy “a key driver” for HK growth: FS Chan

Secretary Chan also believes digitalisation will diversify the economy

Hong Kong risks narrowing fiscal buffers amidst ‘sizeable’ spending plan

The city’s deficit is expected to remain wide for a longer period. 

Consumer prices rise 2.4% YoY in January

The rate of increase picked up from December. 

BUDGET 2023: HK faces ‘new stage’ toward economic growth

Secretary Chan added that the city’s financial system displayed resilience.

Budget 2023-24 aligned with government’s policy direction, says chief secretary

Some of the measures include consumption vouchers for eligible citizens.

BUDGET 2023: Hong Kong to allot $200m for New Energy Transport Fund

The government also plans a $350m subsidy to four in-harbour operators.

BUDGET 2023: HK to give $5k consumption vouchers to ease economic woes

The government will also hold off on increasing taxes.

BUDGET 2023: New spending plan backs Hong Kong’s recovery

Chief Executive John Lee said the budget measures will restore Hong Kong’s position as an investment hub. 

BUDGET 2023: Hong Kong eyes higher cigarette tax

It was proposed to increase duty on cigarettes and other tobacco products by 60 cents per stick. 

BUDGET 2023: $54.4b deficit seen in 2023/24 

This is down from the estimated $139.8b deficit in 2022/23. 

Budget 2023: FS Chan believes HK’s economy will rebound in 2023

He predicts the economy to grow by 3.5 to 5.5% for the whole year.