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Cathay Pacific's merger hits roadblock from aviation regulator: report

This comes after some of its staff attended the anti-government protests in Hong Kong.

Cathay Pacific's merger hits roadblock from aviation regulator: report

This comes after some of its staff attended the anti-government protests in Hong Kong.

Nearly half of employees actively looking for a new job

This is despite 86% of employees concerned about job security.

Fraud suspected in sudden sales spike of $10m Hong Kong flats

Regulators loosened mortgage rules in October, which is only enough for small-to-medium flats.

Hotels make further room rate cuts to survive

Some have resorted to offering rates cheaper than the city’s subdivided flats.

HSBC to put Singapore trader Zenrock under judicial management

Last month, the trader assured that it was not under financial stress.

Exports down 5.8% to $323.6b in March

Exports to India, Thailand and Singapore posted double-digit declines.

Hong Kong's currency-peg defense heightened to $4.34b

HKMA sold $2.79b (US$360m) of the city’s currency.

Hong Kong to adopt bankruptcy system

The system would give companies a window to restructure their debt.

Cathay Pacific resumes US and London flights

It reinstated three flights between Hong Kong and London Heathrow in 17-21 March.

SMC Electric delays proposed listing, share offer

Application monies will be refunded 16 March 2020.

WeDoctor eyes $1b Hong Kong IPO

It has invited pitches from investment banks to lead the platform’s listing.

Nearly 3 in 5 firms fear virus crisis could spur restructuring

But for now, hiring continues for 63% of companies.

PMI sinks to lowest since 1998

GDP is expected to contract at an annual rate of nearly 5%.

Accounting difficulties lie ahead as Hong Kong sinks into recession

The number of fraud and dispute cases grows, leading to a strong demand for advisory services on forensics.

Inflation up 1.4% in January

Food prices spiked 17% during the month.

Hong Kong retail firms brace for more nCov impact

Tourist arrivals and retail sales already affected by unrest are tipped to worsen.