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Rising household debt imperils Hong Kong
Another problem on top of an overheated property market.
Hong Kong government seen to record yet another year of sizeable fiscal surplus
Hang Seng Bank forecasts more than $60bn surplus.
Hong Kong to report strongest quarterly growth since 2011 in 4Q: Hang Seng Bank
But it warns that it doesn't mean the economy's taking off.
Hundred of travelers affected by local travel agency's shutdown
Damage is estimated at $360,000.
2 proposed sites for public housing revealed
One of the sites could yield 2,300 flats.
HKMA worried over a looming surge in household debt
It fears it may hit 59% of GDP.
Mainland banks seizing more business from Hong Kong banks
Chinese banks are becoming more aggressive, said Fitch Ratings.
6 of the world's 10 most optimistic consumers are Asians
Hong Kongers are not included.
Hong Kong's property sales fell 9.1% in January
But it's still up 84.9% y-o-y.
Hong Kong pops the champagne on rising tourist count
Visitors rose by 16.3% ito 12.2m.
Swire Properties' assets hit 97-100% occupancy
This came from 5 major properties.
Deposits in Hong Kong banks rise 1.8%
Both total deposits and Hong Kong dollar deposits post increases in December.
Hong Kong banks to experience slight jolt from Basel III
Fitch Ratings says Basel III will not significantly alter trade finance growth.
Hong Kong’s tablet sales grew by 44% in 2012
Here’s how tablets became the “in” thing in multi-tasking.
Flying with Chinese airlines gets more expensive soon
Chinese airlines brace for nearly 70% rise in international routes’ landing charges.
Macau gaming sector’s revenue dipped 4.9% in January
Here’s how VIP turnover will pick up the slack.
More jobs available in Hong Kong
Economists say job prospects will be good this year.
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