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Taipan Bread & Cakes closed all of its branches after 41 years in business. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong’s Taipan bakery told to wind up, Ocean Empire boss declared bankrupt

Separate court rulings highlight struggles of city’s retail and catering sectors amid shifting consumer patterns.

Hong Kong economy

60% more applicants per job in Hong Kong in 2025 amid AI takeover of roles

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong eyes slice of booming ‘NewSpace’ economy as professional services hub

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong crime film exhibition at old Yau Ma Tei police station a hot ticket

More than 80 per cent of tickets for January sold, says Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries Drew Lai.

A recreation of a Criminal Investigation Department office, part of the film exhibition at the old Yau Ma Tei police station. Photo: Eugene Lee
A recreation of a Criminal Investigation Department office, part of the film exhibition at the old Yau Ma Tei police station. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong steps up bid to become global gold trading hub with Shanghai agreement

Two cities set to sign memorandum of understanding at the 19th Asian Financial Forum next week, paving way for cross-border gold trade clearing.

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Hong Kong property

Mainland Chinese buyers pour US$2 billion into Hong Kong super-luxury homes

Mainland buyers account for 80 per cent of the city’s biggest blockbuster deals in the most exclusive neighbourhoods in 2025.

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Artificial intelligence

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.

Hong Kong’s Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Sun Dong (fourth from left), joins other dignitaries on Friday, during the city’s inaugural turn as host of a summit under the World Artificial Intelligence Conference at the Hong Kong Science Park. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong’s Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Sun Dong (fourth from left), joins other dignitaries on Friday, during the city’s inaugural turn as host of a summit under the World Artificial Intelligence Conference at the Hong Kong Science Park. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong plans to build Northern Metropolis logistics hub for smart, green growth

Hub will focus on high-value goods, e-commerce and low-altitude economy, with authorities to gauge interest in the cluster’s first site this year.

Hong Kong property

Hong Kong’s latest office landmark nearly full as segment upturn simmers

The Henderson has reached 90 per cent occupancy, as ‘the rental downcycle is nearing its end’, analyst says.

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.

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.

Kai Tak Sports Park includes a 50,000-seat main stadium. Photo: Reuters
Kai Tak Sports Park includes a 50,000-seat main stadium. Photo: Reuters
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.

Hong Kong economy

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.

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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.

Forthright Securities has leased three storeys of retail space totalling 14,000 sq ft at Golden Centre in Sheung Wan for its first flagship branch in Hong Kong. Photo: Google Maps
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.

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on January 12, 2026. Photo: AP Photo
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on January 12, 2026. Photo: AP Photo
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.

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Hong Kong economy

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.

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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.

Eversholt Rail leases passenger trains, as well as freight locomotives, to rail and freight operators. Photo: Handout
Eversholt Rail leases passenger trains, as well as freight locomotives, to rail and freight operators. Photo: Handout
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.

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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.

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.

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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.

According to SHKP, the site in Kwu Tung South could yield over 1.2 million sq ft of floor area and more than 2,700 flats. Photo: Eugene Lee
According to SHKP, the site in Kwu Tung South could yield over 1.2 million sq ft of floor area and more than 2,700 flats. Photo: Eugene Lee
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.

Hong Kong economy

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.

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.

AI-powered plushies were among the highlights at this year’s toy fair. Photo: Sam Tsang
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