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Breaking news and analysis on Hong Kong's economy and the companies that operate in the city, including its GDP, economic outlook, impact of the coronavirus outbreak, macroeconomic indicators, the local government finance and budget, retail sales, consumption, employment and monetary policy.
People stand on a new boardwalk in Quarry Bay on January 4. Photo: Robert Ng
Hong Kong innovators

Opinion | Hong Kong’s budget should move the city towards ‘inspirational’ development

The 2026-27 budget speech should explain how the city’s economic direction aligns with global and national trends, defining its place in the industries of the future.

Hutchison’s Panama ports deal

CK Hutchison set for hard fight to secure Panama port deal compensation: experts

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China's space programme

Editorial | Hong Kong need not wait to help Chinese space ambitions take off

Hong Kong society

Editorial | Furry friends in restaurants a big step towards a pet-friendly Hong Kong

The relaxation of public transport and dining rules acknowledges the social value of pets in a crowded city like Hong Kong.

A woman walks with her dog outside a restaurant in New Town Plaza in Hong Kong’s Sha Tin district on February 3. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

Alo Yoga takes over waterfront store space in Hong Kong as its Asia play heats up

Company moves into 7,000 sq ft, two-storey space at K11 Musea in latest example of success of ‘experience-led’ brands.

Hutchison’s Panama ports deal

Hong Kong summons Panama envoy over court ruling on CK Hutchison ports concession

Commerce minister Algernon Yau says Panama ruling to strip Li Ka-shing firm’s subsidiary of canal port rights ‘undermines’ trade rules.

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Hong Kong politics

What’s behind plan to adopt multi-operator model for Panama Canal ports?

Panamanian president reportedly vowed his country will ‘never again’ grant concession contracts to run terminals to single company.

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The Port of Balboa, one of two terminals at either end of the Panama Canal controlled by Hong Kong’s CK Hutchison. Photo: EPA
China trade

UK, China boost financial ties, deepen London’s role as offshore yuan hub

New pact designates a new yuan clearing bank, boosts cross-listings and expands green finance, accelerating the international use of China’s currency.

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Hong Kong

Bargain hunting? Hong Kong retail investors snap up bitcoin amid crypto crash

Dozens seen queuing at cryptocurrency shops at Admiralty Centre to buy bitcoin after price fell by more than half from its peak.

Artificial intelligence

Letters | Tax companies that deploy AI, save Hong Kong graduates

Readers discuss the urgency of maintaining entry-level jobs, treating agentic AI like it is the Monkey King, and public transport safety.

People go to work in Central district during the morning rush hour on July 17. University graduates in Hong Kong are facing the gloomiest employment market since 2021. Photo: Nora Tam
Pets

Is Hong Kong barking up the wrong tree with dog-friendly restaurants?

Can pet-friendly premises really give Hong Kong’s economy a boost?

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Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen
Hong Kong property

Expanded Hong Kong scheme allows resale homebuyers to pay sellers directly

HKMA launches a direct transfer option for second-hand property transactions, replacing the traditional escrow system managed by law firms.

Hong Kong courts

Opinion | Those betting on Hong Kong’s bright future have backed a winner

The ‘one country, two systems’ framework, enshrined in the Basic Law and staunchly supported by the central government, has allowed the city to flourish.

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Space

Opinion | The world must act on space debris. Hong Kong can play a leading role

As China’s superconnector, the city can advance space sustainability by offering its legal, regulatory, academic and financial expertise.

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This screen image captured at the Beijing Aerospace Control Centre on December 9, 2025, shows Shenzhou-21 astronauts Zhang Lu and Wu Fei (right) performing extravehicular activities outside China’s orbiting space station, as part of their mission to repair the damage done to the Shenzhou-20 spacecraft by a tiny piece of space debris. Photo: Xinhua
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong urged to focus on economic progress, align with national development

Liaison office chief Zhou Ji also calls on the city to strengthen executive-led governance model.

Liaison office director Zhou Ji (left) with Chief Executive John Lee at the Lunar New Year reception. Photo: Elson Li
Cathay Pacific

Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific to increase profit-sharing bonus after strong recovery

Airline forecasts paying out higher bonuses to eligible staff amid strong financial results and a record customer satisfaction score for 2025.

Hong Kong

US ‘pressure’ a challenge in CK Hutchison’s arbitration against Panama: experts

Case could take years to resolve, whether the Hong Kong conglomerate seeks compensation or ruling invalidating the voiding of its contract.

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US-China relations

Panama ports defeat shows China faces tougher test in Latin America

China pushed back after Panama stripped CK Hutchison of two Panama Canal ports as Beijing contends with more active US competition in Latin America.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Are Hong Kong foreign exchange firms secure enough?

After a shocking 51 million yen robbery last week, the South China Morning Post examines the risks in the city’s cash exchange trade.

CK Hutchison

CK Hutchison takes Panama to arbitration after court voids canal port rights

Move comes after Beijing called ruling self-sabotaging and warned Panama would pay heavy political and economic price.

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Fintech

HKMA launches quantum readiness and cybersecurity projects for banks in AI era

Banking regulator sets fintech road map with quantum index and measures to boost security, data quality and skills.

“Computing equals productivity, but we can’t sacrifice security while making innovations,” says Arthur Yuen of the HKMA. Photo: Eugene Lee
Mainland China

Hong Kong’s retail sales edge up 1% in 2025 after 7.3% decline in 2024

Census and Statistics Department says retail sales for December worth HK$35 billion, and provisionally estimated at HK$380.5 billion for 2025.

Hong Kong’s retail sector emerged from a 14-month slump in May last year with 2.4 per cent growth. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Dogs to be allowed in up to 1,000 Hong Kong restaurants under new scheme

Authorities aim to submit proposal within first quarter and approve initial batch of dog permits by June.

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Hong Kong

Letters | Hong Kong’s economic comeback is the best answer to its critics

Readers discuss the renewed global interest in Hong Kong, and the British prime minister’s visit to China.

China's space programme

Opinion | As China opens up its space sector, Hong Kong should reach for the stars

With deep capital markets and globally aligned legal practices, the city can support a competitive Chinese space programme that shapes global standards.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong business confidence hits 2-year high, survey finds

Renewed optimism emerges among the city’s corporate sector regarding prospects for the next 12 months amid easing geopolitical tensions.

The poll by the American Chamber of Commerce found that 53 per cent of around 110 respondents were either ‘optimistic’ or ‘very optimistic’ about their business prospects over the next 12 months. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong

Hong Kong to set up high-level team to plan Apec finance ministers’ meeting

Financial services chief says about 500 delegates are expected to attend conference, the first to be held in Hong Kong, in October.

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong to formulate first 5-year plan to align with national blueprint

Task force led by Chief Executive John Lee will formulate plan, which one expert says signals greater government role in city’s development.

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