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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.
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India

Opinion | Hong Kong can play vital part in boosting crucial Sino-India relations

India is a vibrant, emerging and complex power with much to offer the city and China as a whole.

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Artificial intelligence

Dream or reality: can Hong Kong deliver on its AI ambitions?

Hong Kong

Editorial | Zero tolerance for insider trading central to Hong Kong’s financial future

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Funding cuts trigger calls for help on jobs from Hong Kong’s physiotherapists

Hong Kong Physiotherapy Association alarmed by hiring freezes and job losses at NGOs despite rising demand for services.

Hong Kong has about six physiotherapists for every 10,000 residents. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong property

JPMorgan signs up as anchor tenant for SHKP’s West Kowloon office development

The US investment bank is leasing 250,000 sq ft in Artist Square Towers, which will house its Kowloon operations from late 2028.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong MTR Corp pay rise below expectations: union

Most non-managerial staff to get salary increases from 1.6 to 3.84 per cent for the 2026-27 financial year, firm says.

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Hong Kong

More illegal refuelling complaints as Hong Kong grapples with rising oil prices

City receives 221 reports of illegal petrol stations in January and February, or more than four times 2025’s monthly average.

Hong Kong Fire Services Department officers crack down on an illicit petrol station at Yick Fung Building in To Kwa Wan, where three 1,000-litre containers were used for unauthorised storage and refuelling operations. Photo: Dickson Lee
SCMP Exclusives

Exclusive | Hong Kong job openings hit 6-year low in 69% of sectors amid AI’s ascent

Vacancies in 23 out of 33 job sectors, including IT and customer service, fell to their lowest number in six years.

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Hong Kong science and tech

Is AI displacing young people for entry-level jobs?

In the first of a two-part series on AI in Hong Kong, Harvey Kong reports on the plight of young people worried about their future as firms use the tech for lower-level jobs and experts warn of a ‘broken talent chain’.

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China economy

Editorial | China’s ‘two sessions’ passes smoothly despite global turmoil

As long as China focuses on economic development, Hong Kong can leverage its unique strengths to seize opportunities.

Delegates chat after the second plenary meeting of the Fourth Session of the 14th National People’s Congress in Beijing on March 9. Photo: EPA
Hong Kong transport

More Hong Kong drivers head to mainland China to refuel as oil prices rise

Previously, residents were topping up their tanks once or twice a month, but they are now making weekly trips, automobile association says.

A petrol station in Mong Kok. Hong Kong’s pump prices have surpassed HK$30 per litre for both petrol and diesel. Photo: Jelly Tse
Banking & finance

Hong Kong’s Wealth for Good Summit to highlight AI, robotics opportunities

Fourth edition of summit comes as Hong Kong pursues goal of attracting 220 additional family offices by 2028.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp net profit falls 6.9% amid weaker mainland China revenue

Profit drops to HK$14.68 billion with rail giant citing lower mainland and overseas project contributions.

Hong Kong society

Over 170 complaints filed after Mayday shifts Hong Kong show: Consumer Council

Watchdog says 80 complaints came from residents and rest from fans outside city, primarily mainland China.

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Taiwanese band Mayday performs at the Kai Tak Stadium in May 2025. Photo: Handout
Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF)

Editorial | Raising MPF contribution levels tricky but necessary step for Hong Kong

Increasing the amount workers and employers contribute is likely warranted, but there is room for dialogue on how large the increase should be.

People crossing the street in Central. The Mandatory Provident Fund Authority has proposed raising contributions into the city’s pension fund for the first time in 13 years. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong property

Hong Kong property could gain as Middle East turmoil reshapes global wealth

Prolonged conflict in the Gulf could shift investor sentiment, though clear evidence of new capital inflows has yet to emerge.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong customs seizes more fuel-smuggling vehicles as Iran war lifts prices

Price gap between mainland China and Hong Kong, combined with rising fuel costs, creates economic incentive for criminals to take risk, customs says.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong tycoon urges prudent approach to development amid global uncertainty

Far East Consortium chairman David Chiu says industry’s willingness to invest in the Northern Metropolis hinges on the health of the market.

A view of San Tin Technopole, located in the Northern Metropolis. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong budget 2026-27

Editorial | Hong Kong has much to gain from aligning with China’s national plan

The bullish reading of Hong Kong’s significance and continued relevance to China’s national development is a confidence booster.

LIV Golf

Editorial | Hong Kong’s draw as elite sports event host on display at LIV Golf tournament

Besides attracting high-end visitors, the competition’s blend of elite sport and entertainment is the direction the city should be heading in.

Hong Kong entertainment

Sour note for fans after Taiwanese rock band Mayday switches Hong Kong date

Veteran rockers’ show originally scheduled for March 24 cancelled, with new concert added on March 29.

Mayday putting on a show at Kai Tak Stadium last year. Photo: Handout
Banking & finance

Hong Kong family offices take long view despite Iran war, HKMA affiliate says

Survey shows family offices expanding risk management while maintaining strong investment exposure to Hong Kong and Asia.

Family offices are increasingly using hedging strategies and derivative instruments to manage portfolio risks, according to a survey. Photo: Sam Tsang
Foreign domestic workers in Hong Kong

11 domestic helpers among 20 arrested in Hong Kong crackdown on illegal labour

Six residents among those arrested are the owners or in charge of companies allegedly involved.

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Retailing

Middle East tensions add uncertainty to Hong Kong retail rents, Wharf REIC says

The landlord of Harbour City and Times Square says retail recovery remains fragile, with higher mall traffic failing to boost spending.

Banking & finance

HSBC, Hang Seng Bank end remote-work flexibility for Hong Kong frontline staff

The two banks tighten work rules in the city, requiring traders and salespeople to return to the office from April 1.

Inside the HSBC headquarters in Central, Hong Kong. Photo: Felix Wong
Middle East

Oil price surge may be passed on to Hong Kong consumers, industry chiefs warn

Government says it has contacted major oil companies to closely monitor the impact of international fuel prices on Hong Kong market.

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The government has said it is working to ensure a stable fuel supply. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

Opinion | Why China’s economic reset is a credibility test for Hong Kong

As China rewrites the growth playbook, Hong Kong must show it can anchor the offshore financing and price discovery this reset requires.

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Hong Kong

Exclusive | Hong Kong tipped to be world’s top financial hub amid global yuan expansion plan

National People’s Congress deputy Li Yinquan says Hong Kong to gain substantially from Beijing’s push to internationalise yuan’s reach.

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