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Crowds pack the IP extravaganza at AsiaWorld-Expo on Saturday. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong IP festival Con-Con draws crowds on opening day

Visitors to two-day Con-Con Hong Kong 2026 stock up on exclusive merchandise at booths and take pictures of the latest figurines.

Hong Kong economy

685,000 Hongkongers head out of city at start of Easter holiday

Hong Kong economy

More Hongkongers to travel over long Easter break despite higher costs

Hong Kong economy

Looking for Easter holiday inspiration? Here’s what’s happening in Hong Kong

From a coffee festival to a Doraemon show, there’s plenty to do and see for both residents and visitors over the long weekend break.

Coffee Hong Kong 2026 is brewing at the West Kowloon Cultural District. Photo: Sam Tsang
Coffee Hong Kong 2026 is brewing at the West Kowloon Cultural District. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong property

New World pulls back on Causeway Bay acquisition amid uneven recovery

Developer steps back from consolidating three commercial sites as high costs and patchy demand weigh on redevelopment decisions.

Hong Kong property

Hong Kong’s property market resilient despite small setback last month: analysts

Hong Kong property deals to reach 8,000 this month after staying above 7,000 for six consecutive months, real estate agencies say.

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Will coming changes to HK$2 transport scheme hurt working elderly most?

Older residents still commuting to jobs say revision should have distinguished them from other beneficiaries, but observers expect extra burden to be limited.

John Hau, who pays HK$6,000 a month for his subdivided flat in Sham Shui Po, says every penny counts as he saves up for surgery over the border. Photo: Jonathan Wong
John Hau, who pays HK$6,000 a month for his subdivided flat in Sham Shui Po, says every penny counts as he saves up for surgery over the border. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong investment chief joins global board in first for Chinese sovereign funds

FCLTGlobal announces that Clara Chan Ka-chai, CEO of the Hong Kong Investment Corporation, has become one of the 19 directors on its board.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong reviews fire safety laws to crack down on illegal fuel as prices soar

Review includes possible penalty increases, expanding powers of Fire Services Department, and examination of legal liability of those who buy illegal fuel.

Hong Kong economy

Shenzhen robot maker turns to Hong Kong for computing power and listing

EngineAI, whose robots have been bought by Mideast companies, needed cloud-based computing that could be seamlessly accessed from anywhere.

An EngineAI robot performs a demonstration for the media at the Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong retail sales jump nearly 12% in first 2 months of year

Visitor arrivals also rose by 17 per cent to 14.31 million in first three months, tourism minister reveals.

Consumers at a shopping centre in Tsim Sha Tsui. Photo: Jelly Tse
Consumers at a shopping centre in Tsim Sha Tsui. Photo: Jelly Tse
China property

Mainland China, Hong Kong premium office supply to peak as demand lags: Cushman

Weak absorption reflects cautious corporate leasing amid global uncertainties, but Cushman expects gradual recovery as new sectors expand.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong airport named world’s best at Global Travel Awards 2026

City’s airport also recognised for security standards and facilities.

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Hong Kong society

HKTVmall parent firm under fire for testing how long animal heads can survive

Hong Kong Technology Venture Company slammed in open letter from Peta, but denies pets were involved.

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The research project has triggered concerns over laboratory animal ethics. Photo: Getty Images
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6.5 million people to pass through Hong Kong borders during coming holiday

Immigration authorities expect high volume at Lo Wu, Lok Ma Chau Spur Line and Shenzhen Bay checkpoints during Easter and Ching Ming Festival holiday.

Travellers in Shenzhen during Easter in 2024. About 5.43 million trips are expected to be made via land boundary control points linking Hong Kong and Shenzhen during the coming holiday. Photo: Yik Yeung-man
Travellers in Shenzhen during Easter in 2024. About 5.43 million trips are expected to be made via land boundary control points linking Hong Kong and Shenzhen during the coming holiday. Photo: Yik Yeung-man
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong exporter confidence falls at steepest rate in 2 years

Trade Development Council says for first quarter of 2026, current performance index fell to 46.5 from 51.4 while expectation index declined to 46.9 from 51.9.

Hong Kong property

La Mirabelle sells in hours as developers ramp up sales, buyers fret over rates

All 254 Tseung Kwan O flats snapped up as developers step up supply and demand stays firm.

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Hong Kong’s IP hub ambitions require sustained investment, coordination: experts

‘IP is not just a character. It is a whole ecosystem, from content to merchandising, events and tourism,’ industry veteran says.

The Doraemon exhibition has been held in cities across Asia and is currently being staged in Tokyo. Photo: Handout
The Doraemon exhibition has been held in cities across Asia and is currently being staged in Tokyo. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong on ‘yellow alert’, Kadoorie says, as Middle East war fuels oil crisis

CLP Power chairman Michael Kadoorie says Hong Kong’s electricity supply steady for now and touches on question of his retirement.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong restaurateurs revamp traditional dining as closures reshape industry

Shifting dining habits and cross-border competition are forcing legacy brands like Maxim’s to reinvent themselves to stay relevant.

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Hong Kong property

Hong Kong’s ageing challenge: is Singapore’s Kampung Admiralty model the answer?

With one in three Hongkongers set to be over 65, experts say the city may need to look abroad for ideas on housing its ageing population.

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Kampung Admiralty in Singapore. Photo: WOHA
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Hong Kong remains stable as oil prices surge amid Middle East turmoil: Paul Chan

Finance chief says city’s service-led economy helps buffer short-term impact of conflict, while vowing to monitor energy volatility.

Finance chief Paul Chan has vowed to monitor energy volatility as Middle East tensions drive up fuel costs worldwide. Photo: Eugene Lee
Finance chief Paul Chan has vowed to monitor energy volatility as Middle East tensions drive up fuel costs worldwide. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong science and tech

Hong Kong breaks ground on Northern Metropolis data centre to power AI push

Tech chief Sun Dong says project will further solidify city’s leading position as data connectivity hub linking China and the world.

Hong Kong economy

Why SD cards and hard drives are the new ‘digital gold’ in Hong Kong

Hongkongers find prices of professional-grade storage devices are going through the roof.

Hong Kong property

Hong Kong developers test market with 222 units released amid rate uncertainty

So far this year, 5,500 new residential units have been sold in Hong Kong, a 25 per cent increase compared to the same period last year.

An aerial view of the Kowloon district of Hong Kong. Photo: Sam Tsang
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