Hong Kong

Consumer prices rise slightly in March

Prices rose 2%, higher than the average 1.9% increase for January and February.

Consumer prices rise slightly in March

Prices rose 2%, higher than the average 1.9% increase for January and February.

Hong Kong updates growth charts for children and adolescents

Four sets of gender-specific growth charts were developed for children under 18.

AIA launches new health plans in Greater Bay Area

The three new plans offer compensation, home visits, and outpatient coverage. 

4 in 10 Hong Kongers use alternative payments for online purchases

Online payment modes and payment cards are most preferred by Hong Kong shoppers.

Hong Kong investment bankers risk losing jobs as banks cut costs: report

About 200 bankers in the city have reportedly lost their jobs in the past year.

SMEs embrace cybersecurity insurance, 71% open to purchase

More (30% vs 24%) SMEs experienced cyberattacks in 2024.

HK and Saudi Arabia strengthen dispute resolution collaboration

The Department of Justice plans to visit to promote HK's legal services.

Debt use surges in Hong Kong, driven by lifestyle and property spending

Hongkongers obtained loans ranging from $93,000-$1m for lifestyle-related expenses.

CLP Power and AirTrunk launch Largest REC procurement for Microsoft

This will support Microsoft’s full RE target by 2025.

New measures boost capital markets access between China and Hong Kong

Chief Executive John Lee said the measures are vital in improving Hong Kong’s financial markets.

Cathay Pacific's March passenger volume up 42.4% YoY 

The airline carried 1.88 million passengers.

Hang Seng Bank warns against phishing email

The emails lead to a fraudulent website that may request their bank or card information.

Gov't partners with Tianjin for aircraft leasing advancement

The parties aim to establish an aircraft leasing and financing platform.

Hong Kong enforces waterworks amendment to curb overcharging

Failure to comply without a valid reason incurs a $10,000 fine.

Hong Kong sees 194% surge in credit monitoring enrollment

About 84% of Hong Kong consumers deemed credit monitoring important.

Dentistry graduates to undergo mandatory internship programme

The mandatory internship programme will start in 2025.