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Have you ever wondered how the price of gold is manipulated?

If you are wondering how the price of gold is manipulated, this analysis is for you.

Have you ever wondered how the price of gold is manipulated?

If you are wondering how the price of gold is manipulated, this analysis is for you.

Art HK: Inspiring the next generation of art dealers

So art is now big business in Hong Kong. The fifth Art HK Fair held in the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 17-20th May broke all previous attendance records. In its five year history, the fair has always had a good number of multi-million dollar deals and this year was no exception with 266 exhibitors reporting brisk trade. All of this ties in nicely with Hong Kong’s stated intention to become an arts hub for Asia. When the government announces a new capital project in the cultural sector these days, odds-on it’s an “arts hub”.

Foreigners dominate fund management in Hong Kong

Over 60% of all funds invested in Hong Kong in the past five years came from overseas investors.

Hong Kong visitors flock to the Mainland

Hong Kong residents are visiting the Mainland mostly on business and spent some $35.6 billion there in 2011.

Societe Generale settles case in Hong Kong

Societe Generale S.A. has agreed to pay US$11 million to Hong Kong customers mislead by a hidden commission fee.

More consumer protection in new law

A bill imposing tougher penalties on rogue traders who prey on consumers could be implemented by 2013.

Registered firms in Hong Kong reach close to 1 million

The total number of active local companies registered in Hong Kong rose 4% to 997,750 at the end of June.

First-time home buyers get first shot at new flats

Some 5,000 eligible applicants will be the first to purchase flats under the Home Ownership Scheme in January 2013.

Hong Kong has most expensive retail rent

Rents in Hong Kong surged 19% in 1Q12, says CBRE.

Dickens to stay on at HKEx

Mark Dickens, Head of Listing at the Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing, will stay at his job until July 2013.

Modernised and tougher Company Bill passed by LegCo

The Company Bill passed yesterday enhances Hong Kong's competitiveness and attractiveness as an international business and financial centre.

Let's get physical: Exercise tops HK workers' to-do list in flexi job condition

Almost 9 in every 10 professionals would spend time for physical fitness during free time gained from flexible working practices.

1 out of 2 HK employees to work harder in flexi jobs

Would you be more productive if you work at your own convenience?

Hong Kong takes steps to solve talent dearth

Hong Kong has an urgent demand for more talented individuals and business professionals.

Huge home building projects to start soon

The government will soon begin building 17,000 flats over the next five years.

No relief in sight for Hang Seng woes

Hong Kong shares are expected to continue falling once China releases more disappointing economic data this week.

Cathay Pacific to order more of newest Airbus widebody

Cathay Pacific Airways will soon add 48 of the new Airbus A350 family of widebody jets to its expanding fleet.