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Land supply shortage to persist up to three years: JLL

The 2021 New Land Sale Programme shows difficulties in generating new supply.

Land supply shortage to persist up to three years: JLL

The 2021 New Land Sale Programme shows difficulties in generating new supply.

ASM Pacific Technology Limited profits surged last quarter

The company's revenue growth was driven by digital transformation amidst the pandemic.

Hong Kong records $25.2b trade deficit in January

The country’s value of total export and increased both increased YoY.

Coherent brings clear-cut strategies to boost the insurance industry

How the insurtech startup helps insurers part ways with legacy technology.

JobsDB to hold virtual career fair in March

The fair will run from 1–5 March 2021.

EPD rolls out Reverse Vending Machine pilot scheme

Citizens will receive a $0.1 rebate for each beverage container returned.

Link takes up 50% interest in Shanghai Qibao Vanke Plaza for $3.3b

The acquisition is the first retail property investment of the Hong Kong-based REIT firm.

Hong Kong's 2021 budget to bolster aviation, tourism: Cathay Pacific

Air Travel Bubbles will allow Hong Kong to open its borders for international travels.

Hong Kong is still the world's least affordable housing market

A new report from two international think tanks highlights just how expensive Hong Kong residential property has become.

Hong Kong Budget 2021: $8.4b for COVID-19 vaccines; no new taxes

The Hong Kong government sees 3.5%-5.5% economic growth in 2021.

WTO creates panel to settle dispute with US on 'Made in Hong Kong' label

The government has asserted the US ban on 'Made in Hong Kong' markings counters WTO rules.

HKBA, UAE central bank ink MoU to boost fintech cooperation

The United Arab Emirates’ central bank is expected to join the Central Bank Digital Currency project in Hong Kong.

COVID-19 vaccination drive opens in Hong Kong

Around 29 community vaccination centres will be set up.

One in two local workers dissatisfied with employers: study

Meanwhile, 42% of respondents don’t feel mentally and emotionally supported amidst pandemic.

Cathay Pacific delivers one million doses of COVID-19 vaccines to Hong Kong

Shipment of Sinovac vaccines is the first batch under the city’s vaccination programme.

Hong Kong's external merchandise trade up in December

Total volume of exports and imports rose by 11.6% and 13.7%, respectively.

Jobless rate climbs to 7% in January after COVID fourth wave

Census and Statistics Department said the rise to 7% unemployment rate is the highest in 17 years.