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Virtual banks in Hong Kong thrive with 2.2 million depositors in 2023

Hong Kong's eight licensed virtual banks experienced modest growth over the past three years.

Virtual banks in Hong Kong thrive with 2.2 million depositors in 2023

Hong Kong's eight licensed virtual banks experienced modest growth over the past three years.

Fusion Bank unveils business loans with up to $5m financing

One loan is for businesses at least three years old.

Mox Bank opens platform to crypto-related investing

Mox Invest users can access and invest in crypto ETFs.

Country Garden’s contracted sales hit RMB 3.41b in July

Gross floor area (gfa) attributable to the shareholders was 0.38 million sq m.

HKMA proposes simplification of three-tier banking system

It aims to simplify DTCs to second-tier institutions.   

SBTi validates HKSTP’s net-zero targets

It is the first statutory body committed to achieving net-zero approved by SBTi.

AXA launches first heatwave parametric insurance

It aims to provide protection to employees exposed to outdoor conditions.  

CLP Holdings earnings up 17.6% to HK$5.95b in H1

Thanks to strong performance in Hong Kong and other markets.

1 in 5 businesses plan to downsize office footprint

Office occupiers are increasingly prioritising cost savings to control overhead costs.

Hong Kong a ‘pivotal global financial hub’: Knight Frank

Its urban prosperity is the best amongst new wealth hubs. 

More distress deals to take place as investment remains subdued in H2

These deals made up 50% of the investment deals in Q2

Businesses seek cost-saving incentives from office landlords

Approximately 8 in 10 favour rent-free periods the most.

3 things businesses consider for the ideal office space

These are price, building quality, and size.

HKT to halt 2G services by November

2G service users accounted for only 0.36% of its mobile subscription base.

Costs drive Hong Kong firms to seek smaller office spaces

Cost optimisation, shrinking business demand named as top reasons.

Property sales up 0.3% in July

The total consideration for residential units was $35.7b.