Hong Kong

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.

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.

Patek Philippe enhances its collection of elegantly sporty watches for women 

It launched an Aquanaut Luce minute repeater and new Nautilus jewellery models.

Hong Kong bans import of aquatic products from 10 Japanese prefectures

Non-prohibited aquatic products from Japan also undergo radiological tests.

Gov’t names new representatives to APEC Business Advisory Council

The new representatives will end their term on 31 December 2025.

Uber riders can now pay through AlipayHK

Brand-new AlipayHK and Uber users may claim promos and discounts.

HK halts import of poultry meat and products from certain US areas 

In 9M23, HK imported 21,740 tonnes of chilled and frozen poultry meat from the US.

HK Express offers $2 flights to senior citizens

The promo will run from November 15-19.

HK’s deal volume drops 22.5% YoY in January-October 2023 period

The decline in deals was also observed across multiple APAC markets.

Five in 10 AI companies in HK mull local and int'l expansion

Of those seeking expansion, 11% want to focus their business on the Mainland.

HK economy grows 4.1% YoY in 3Q23 

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

Hong Kong emerges as 2nd highest-paying city for marketers

The average annual marketing salary in Hong Kong is $756,359.04 (£79,155.27).

Link REIT's 6-month net property income rises 10.4%

The addition of Singapore retail assets to the REIT's portfolio helped boost its NPI.

SFC grants SEBA HK full license for crypto-related services

SEBA can now deal in and distribute securities in Hong Kong.

Manulife HK, Macau’s APE sales and core earnings grew more than half YoY

Higher demand in the mainland prompted this robust growth.

Commercial property investment volume rises 44% YoY to US$1b in 3Q23

Year-to-date, however, volume fell by 7% YoY to US$5b.