In Focus

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We’re taking the time off and will be back on 3 January 2024.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

We’re taking the time off and will be back on 3 January 2024.

5 measures investors and businesses must be aware of in 2024

One of the measures will exempt onshore disposal gains from profits tax.

Hong Kong legal seas brace for influx of maritime lawyers

Hill Dickinson is amongst the firms that have recently begun expanding its global maritime practices.

Endowus enters Hong Kong, challenging commission biases in financial advisory

The digital wealth advisor offers a 100% rebate on all trailer commissions.

Hong Kong needs to act to keep its global maritime hub status afloat

As of 2023, Hong Kong maintains a 2.4% share of the world fleet in terms of vessel numbers.

HK hikes penalties for occupational safety and health standards violations

If convicted on indictment, employers can be slapped with a $10m (US$1.28m) fine and 2 years in jail.

Mainland’s clampdown on IPOs likely to boost listings in Hong Kong

Amongst Chinese companies to be slated in the Hong Kong Stock Exchange is Alibaba’s logistics arm.

HKEX cuts paper use, document requirements in revamped listing regime

Despite eliminating signatures, the streamlined listing process imposes new legal advice requirements for accountability and integrity in submissions.

HK economy grows 4.1% YoY in 3Q23 

Despite the increase, the government cut its 2023 economic growth forecast to 3.2%.

‘Emotional loyalty,’ the new way retailers retain customers

In Hong Kong, one in two consumers buy only from brands they trust so keeping that relationship exciting pays off.

Manulife Singapore targets rapidly growing high-net-worth market

New data suggests young beats old in appetite for investments.

Hong Kong faces 68% demand-supply deficit for sustainable workplaces: JLL

APAC must accelerate retrofitting of buildings to meet this demand.

Greenwashing in banking: real concern or overblown issue?

Reputational risks abound for those who drag their feet about sustainability or engage in greenwashing.

Relaxation of property cooling measures a ‘band-aid solution’ - expert

The government has reduced Buyer’s Stamp Duty to 7.5%, amongst others.

Revival yet to come for Hong Kong’s real estate market

Only the retail market has demonstrated resilience, with high-street shop rents rising by 2.1% QoQ.

Ticketing and membership platform extends customer journeys through NFTs

Moongate allows event organisers to build relationships with their attendees post-event and beyond.