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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 queue outside a gold dealer in Hong Kong on January 28. The price of the precious metal surpassed US$5,500, hitting a record amid the global uncertainty and turmoil set off by US President Donald Trump’s policies. Photo: AFP
Banking & finance

Editorial | No better time for Hong Kong to strike its golden deal with Shanghai

Hong Kong’s ambitions to be a global hub for the trading and storage of the safe-haven asset get a lift from the spectacular gold rally.

Japan

Hong Kong travellers continue to favour Japan despite geopolitical tensions

Hong Kong aviation

Hong Kong firm, Elior Group sign deal to set up aircraft dismantling centre

Pets in Hong Kong

Pawsitively posh: Hong Kong Pet Show takes luxury to new heights

More than 1,000 exhibitors at Hong Kong Pet Show, with global pet economy on track to hit US$134.46 billion this year amid sustained growth.

A photo spot styled as an old-fashioned Hong Kong cha chaan teng at the show. Photo: Karma Lo
PwC

Hong Kong workers lag regional peers in AI use, lose out on pay, security: PwC

PricewaterhouseCoopers survey finds half of Hong Kong workers use gen AI infrequently at work compared with 34 per cent for Asia-Pacific region.

Banking & finance

Hong Kong regains lustre as stocks rally, property picks up

A booming IPO market, lower interest rates and the return of overseas visitors are boosting Hong Kong’s economy, stock market and Exchange Fund.

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Hong Kong

Legal Tales | Late corporate activist David Webb showed why transparency benefits Hong Kong

Webb’s website reported on suspicious corporate wrongdoings under an open system that improved city’s governance and exercise of the rule of law.

David Webb with his website displayed on his computer, photographed at his Shiu Fai Terrace home in 2000. Photo: SCMP
Hang Seng Bank

Opinion | What Hang Seng Bank’s delisting tells us about Hong Kong’s markets

The development raises the question: what happens when Hong Kong’s most enduring financial symbols outlive their origins?

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UAE

Ras Al Khaimah turns to Hong Kong for UAE’s first casino resort

Delegation promotes landmark resort development – the UAE’s first casino project – to be operated under the brand of Hong Kong-listed Wynn Resorts.

Interest rates

HKMA warns of risks as Hong Kong follows Fed in keeping interest rate unchanged

Analysts see the first US rate cut in June, with a falling Hong Kong interbank rate set to bring relief to borrowers.

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority kept its base rate unchanged at 4 per cent on Thursday. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong

Vanuatu seeks Hong Kong’s regulatory expertise, woos investors and tourists

Prime Minister Jotham Napat calls visit ‘pivotal moment’ for bilateral relations, as delegation meets senior officials, including Chief Executive John Lee.

Vanuatu is a prominent offshore financial hub and tax haven. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA)

Hong Kong’s Exchange Fund reports record earnings in 2025

The Exchange Fund’s full-year earnings jumped 51 per cent to HK$331 billion (US$42 billion), from HK$218.8 billion in 2024.

Hong Kong society

Warning over AI threats as Hong Kong hit by record number of cyberattacks

‘We need more top-down guidance on how to better use AI. This is an inevitable trend,’ Hong Kong Productivity Council says.

Banking & finance

Hong Kong’s US$8 billion wealth fund eyes fintech, aerospace and AI for growth

The Hong Kong Investment Corporation will use the city’s advantages amid global competition, geopolitical challenges, CEO Clara Chan says.

The Hong Kong Investment Corporation made HK$2.34 billion in investment income in 2024, according to its annual report released in December. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong property

Hong Kong home prices snap 3-year downturn as rents surge to a new high

The property market has turned a corner, buoyed by rate cuts, stock gains and talent schemes, analysts say.

The property market turnaround has set the tone for a broader rebound this year, analysts say. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

Editorial | Hong Kong’s future as a financial centre looks golden

Tangible progress, including a gold trading deal with Shanghai, on display at the Asian Financial Forum shows the city is far from losing its edge.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong drivers warned to look out for sham compensation claims

Some motorists hit with sudden massive civil claims well after police close minor traffic cases.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s exports jump 15.4% in 2025 to ‘historical high’

City’s trade to be supported by sustained global growth, improved ties with new markets and strong demand for AI products, authorities say.

Kwai Chung Container Terminal. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong property

Hong Kong records US$95 million worth of luxury home deals in a single day

The surge in luxury home deals comes amid a recovery in Hong Kong’s residential property segment.

Banking & finance

FSDC urges Hong Kong to focus on Africa-Asia financial corridor

City can unlock opportunities providing capital for companies and Belt and Road Initiative infrastructure projects, advisory council says.

Gold in Hong Kong

Explainer | Why Hong Kong’s gold ambitions run through Shanghai

As Hong Kong and Shanghai deepen cooperation in the gold market, officials are hailing the agreement as ‘the dawn of a new chapter’.

Gold bricks displayed at Hong Kong Gold Exchange. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong tourism

Blackpink lifts mainland Chinese arrivals in Hong Kong to January weekend record

Hotel and retail industry leaders say authorities should explore more cultural tie-ups to promote the Hong Kong brand, heritage.

Blackpink fans gather at Kai Tak Stadium on Saturday. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong property

Mainland Chinese investor snaps up Hong Kong luxury home for US$22 million

Mid-Levels West deal highlights continued strong demand for Hong Kong’s trophy homes, driven largely by mainland Chinese buyers.

Banking & finance

Digital finance forum: AI, data to smooth trade-finance processes

Bankers from HSBC, Hang Seng Bank and ICBC Asia tout technology innovation to ease pain points for trade-finance clients.

Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA)

How lower US interest rates can help Hongkongers amid steady local prime rates

Most new mortgages, many corporate loans are based on interbank rates, which will continue to fall, monetary authority’s deputy chief says.

A view of residential buildings in front of Lion Rock Hill on April 15, 2025. Photo: Dickson Lee
Mainland China

Hong Kong’s foreign, mainland Chinese firms hit record high as gold deal hailed

John Lee highlights ‘unprecedented achievements’, unveils landmark pact to develop gold trading ecosystem, including clearing platform with Shanghai.

Hong Kong and Shanghai sign a cooperation agreement to establish a gold trading ecosystem. Photo: Eugene Lee
Banking & finance

US asset manager Federated Hermes moves ahead with Hong Kong office plan

Office in city is ‘vital’ to service financial institutions ‘where they’re seeing a lot of their growth’, executive says.

Hong Kong

Editorial | Trade finance in Hong Kong set for a competitive tech upgrade

Monetary Authority’s five-year fintech upgrade will streamline SME trade finance and help build the city’s digital trade infrastructure.

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