Hong Kong

Bank of China HK joins pilot programme to trial use of digital currencies

BOCHK has completed real-value cross border trade of central bank digital currencies.

Bank of China HK joins pilot programme to trial use of digital currencies

BOCHK has completed real-value cross border trade of central bank digital currencies.

Over 65% of Hong Kongers struggle with work-life balance

This is thanks to unnecessary and excessive overtime, Randstad reported.

Gov’t further eases distance measures for catering business, scheduled premises

Starting 3 November, restrictions on the operating and dine-in hours will be lifted.

Cybersecurity is the top agenda in 6 in 10 boardroom discussions

The topic is discussed every quarter by almost half of the boards.

Hong Kongers may bring home bigger checks in 2023

A salary increase of 4% in 2023, a report found. 

Value of total exports down 9.1% YoY in September

The value of exports declined to $401.6b in September 2022.

Citi Hong Kong launches 2022 Citi Tax Season Loan

Customers can loan up to HK$2m or 12 times their monthly salary.

Flexible office spaces expand in Hong Kong: JLL

Companies should rethink their office design as hybrid work gains traction.

Hang Seng Bank, QFPay HK offers faster loans to SMEs

SMEs need only share their commercial information in the Commercial Data Interchange.

Inflation up 4.4% in September

This is up from only 1.9% in August.

KPMG China partner: Industry 4.0 to drive HK smart city future

Yip said these innovations should instil the value of sustainability in manufacturers.

Henderson Land, CR Land partner to boost GBA integration

The companies also seek to seize opportunities in the Northern metropolis. 

Hong Kong Productivity Council secures two wins at HKB Technology Excellence Awards 2022

The Council received commendations for its multi-sensor aerial inspector and smart eyewear.

Hong Kong rolls out 3-year local tour incentive programme

The government offers basic and advanced versions of cash incentives.

Government unveils strategies for land, housing

Strategies include the introduction of Light Public Housing.

Digital wealth platform Syfe launches Cash+ in Hong Kong

It offers 3.5% projected yield per annum, and interest accrued on a daily basis.

Mastercard offers up to HK$140 in rebates for new KeyChain Pay users

Current users can enjoy a 28% discount on the transaction fee.