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Hong Kong retail sales down 10.1% in August

It was due to changing consumption patterns, a strong Hong Kong dollar, and increased summer travel.

Hong Kong retail sales down 10.1% in August

It was due to changing consumption patterns, a strong Hong Kong dollar, and increased summer travel.

Hong Kong amongst best economies for international business

It excelled particularly in international trade, business entry, and utility services.

HK property sales drop by 22% but anticipated rate cuts may spark rebound

Developers are preparing to launch new projects, anticipating pent-up demand after a rate cut, CBRE said.

Deliveroo opens new Hop site in Yau Tsim Mong District

The site will initially offer 1,800 grocery items.

Customs extends FTA scheme to Myanmar and Honduras

The FTA Scheme now covers cargo transshipments of 71 economies

DHL Express launches direct Hong Kong to Jakarta route

It is powered by the B737-800 freighter with a capacity of 20 tonnes.

Bank of East Asia, UDPN test stablecoin transfers via digital currency wallets

BEA was able to gain insights on CBDCs and the mechanism of stablecoins.

Hong Kong financial services market grows 60% 

This was due to the recovery of the city’s overall economy.

Hong Kong to focus on new development areas

Chief Executive John Lee outlined key development priorities.

Hong Kong home prices fall to eight-year low

Rent, on the other hand, has risen to its highest levels since August 2019.

Money woes break hearts for 1 in 3 couples: survey

Spending too much money and differences in saving habits were the top dealbreakers.

Hong Kong’s retail market contracts as locals travel abroad

Total retail sales value fell 11.8% to $29.1b in July.

Grade A offices rents decrease by 6.5% in August

Office rents declined to HK$62.6 per sq ft. 

Mortgage loans down 12.2% to $21.8b

Applications also fell by 12.2% MoM to 5,919.

Hong Kong M&A deals fall 38.6% YoY in 9M24

It marked the lowest 9M record since 2012.