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Hong Kong bolsters tech hub ambitions as city hosts global AI summit
Hong Kong’s turn to host a summit under WAIC reflects Beijing’s confidence in the city’s strategic development goals.
16 Jan 2026 - 9:15PM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong plans to build Northern Metropolis logistics hub for smart, green growth
16 Jan 2026 - 11:37PM
Hong Kong property
Hong Kong’s latest office landmark nearly full as segment upturn simmers
16 Jan 2026 - 8:30PM
Hong Kong society
Galloping horses theme of Hong Kong’s Lunar New Year fireworks display
Jockey Club will sponsor show as part of campaign to celebrate the equine zodiac throughout the Year of the Horse, from races to exhibitions.
16 Jan 2026 - 9:50PM
This year’s Lunar New Year fireworks display, titled “Prosperity gallops across Hong Kong”, will feature yuanbaos (ingots) and other auspicious symbols. Photo: HKJC
Hong Kong economy
Ex-Hong Kong Disneyland boss to take reins as CEO of Kai Tak Sports Park
Andrew Kam will take over from CEO John Sharkey, who is stepping down after a nearly 10-year stint.
16 Jan 2026 - 7:33PM
Hong Kong economy
Number of registered companies in Hong Kong reaches record 1.56 million in 2025
According to Companies Registry, 195,343 were newly registered local and redomiciled firms, while 99,406 dissolved over the same period.
16 Jan 2026 - 9:08PM
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Can new tricks save Hong Kong’s restaurants from ‘irreversible’ Shenzhen trend?
Business models are being overhauled as food and drink sector tackles ‘irreversible’ trend of Hongkongers spending their money elsewhere.
16 Jan 2026 - 10:06AM
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Hong Kong property
Hong Kong’s finance sector a ray of sunshine for city’s retail property segment
Financial services providers are emerging as a new force in the city’s retail property leasing space, analysts say.
16 Jan 2026 - 7:00AM
China stock market
Hong Kong, China stocks to outpace US equities all year: analysts
Hang Seng Index poised to reach 30,000 as Chinese stocks’ valuations make them difficult for global investors to ignore, Tiger Brokers says.
15 Jan 2026 - 7:30AM
Hong Kong housing
Share of young Hongkongers owning subsidised flats halves in 30 years: study
Buying a 500 sq ft private flat now costs the equivalent of 18.4 years of median household income, compared with 5.6 years in 2002, study shows.
15 Jan 2026 - 8:52AM
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73% of Hong Kong, Greater Bay Area firms ramping up expansion into Asean: survey
Survey by Hong Kong Trade Development Council and United Overseas Bank also shows 98 per cent of companies plan to keep or expand Asean operations.
14 Jan 2026 - 8:27PM
The Asean flag alongside those of its member countries ahead of the Asean Foreign Ministers’ Retreat in Langkawi, Malaysia, in January 2025. Photo: Reuters
Mergers & Acquisitions
Li Ka-shing’s CK Infrastructure gets nod to sell UK train leasing firm
Deal to dispose of UK Rails (Eversholt Rail), which was bought in 2015, ‘will generate substantial revenue’, company says.
14 Jan 2026 - 7:00PM
Accidents and personal safety
Hong Kong plan for shopping zone barriers sparks debate over access, congestion
Government proposal to install barriers will enhance public safety, but move could worsen crowd congestion, Wan Chai district councillor says.
14 Jan 2026 - 5:51PM
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Hong Kong property
Hong Kong commercial property set for 10% rise in 2026, Colliers says
‘Measured recovery’ is in progress as mainland investment hits a half-decade high, consultancy says.
14 Jan 2026 - 11:07AM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong corporate governance activist David Webb dies at 60
A champion of transparency and investor rights, whose investigations and sharp commentaries unsettled the financial elite.
13 Jan 2026 - 10:56PM
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Corporate governance activist David Webb has died at the age of 60. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong’s SHKP secures HK$1.4 billion land deal in Northern Metropolis
Property giant says site could yield over 1.2 million sq ft of floor area and 2,700 flats, making it one of the biggest housing projects in the area.
13 Jan 2026 - 10:08PM
Hong Kong tourism
Expansion of Hong Kong high-speed rail services ‘game-changing’ for tourism
Addition of 16 new mainland destinations will also meet peak travel demand of Lunar New Year holiday, tourism body chief says.
13 Jan 2026 - 7:23PM
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Hong Kong and Nansha target global drone benchmark via cross-border trials
Academics, stakeholders, drone and eVTOL operators, and research institutes from both sides to formulate aligned standards through a closed-loop model.
13 Jan 2026 - 8:30AM
Hong Kong leader John Lee at the launch of a regulatory sandbox for the low-altitude economy at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology last year. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong economy
Producers at Hong Kong toy fair bet on AI-powered plushies to double sales
But some buyers also express concerns over use of the technology in toys for children.
12 Jan 2026 - 10:57PM
Hong Kong property
Financial firm Ares doubles Hong Kong office footprint as outlook improves
Rents for prime offices in Central could rise up to 5 per cent, according to JLL, while Knight Frank expects a gain of as much as 8 per cent.
12 Jan 2026 - 4:27PM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong must issue bonds as public works drive capital account deficit: Paul Chan
Finance chief also says annual budget will be delivered on February 25.
11 Jan 2026 - 11:56PM
Hong Kong transport
Hong Kong to offer direct high-speed rail access to 16 more mainland Chinese stops
Sleeper train service from Hong Kong to Shanghai will also be upgraded to daily runs due to strong demand, MTR Corp says.
11 Jan 2026 - 11:53PM
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Passengers wait to depart from West Kowloon station. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Including suppliers in new Hong Kong rules on scaffolding nets ‘overreaching’
Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn also says there is no need for an across-the-board switch from bamboo to metal scaffolding.
10 Jan 2026 - 8:17PM
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Hong Kong economy
Hundreds flock to Fortnum & Mason’s Hong Kong branch closing sale
Hongkongers rush to British department store’s Tsim Sha Tsui outlet in search of bargains, discounted luxury goods ahead of January 26 closure.
10 Jan 2026 - 6:33PM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong’s finance chief confirms early surplus, vows more elderly support
Paul Chan cites financial market performance and stock trading stamp duty for surplus, as he addresses calls for more welfare at public forum.
11 Jan 2026 - 1:23PM
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