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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.
Chief Executive John Lee attends the 2026 World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. Photo: Karma Lo
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Hong Kong bets on 36-fold surge in computing power to join top global AI hubs

Chief Executive John Lee underlines Hong Kong’s infrastructure road map as key driver of city’s bid to boost computing power and AI development.

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From toilet paper to travel: why inflation could soon hit Hongkongers hard

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong, mainland China sign ‘milestone’ MOU on promoting digital economy

Hong Kong

Progress hailed as Hong Kong, Shanghai link digital authentication systems

Push for digital integration has already yielded practical results, Hong Kong official says.

The Working Group on Shanghai and Hong Kong Digital Cooperation holds its first annual meeting. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong

Hong Kong balancing security and innovation as nation’s ‘firewall’: Paul Chan

Finance chief says security is key to China’s high-quality growth as geopolitical tensions create risks to energy supplies and financial markets.

Hong Kong property

Hong Kong home sales outlook firm even as La Mirabelle demand ebbs

Developers prioritise sales continuity, keeping pricing close to prevailing secondary market levels to ensure consistent absorption.

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Hong Kong culture

Opinion | Why securing Hong Kong’s economic future is a cultural question

One-off events are not enough for a city in dire need of a cultural revival that nurtures its subcultures and lets future creators thrive.

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Visitors pose for a picture at a movie scene from In The Mood for Love at a Hong Kong pop culture festival at Victoria Park, on April 6, 2024. The aesthetic appeal of storytellers such as Wong Kar-wai is founded on a tasteful east-meets-west visual culture. Photo: Yik Yeung-man
Education in Hong Kong

Editorial | Making Hong Kong desirable to overseas students must be a priority

At stake is not just the survival of international schools that don’t meet non-local student quotas, but also the city’s status as a global hub.

Hong Kong housing

Landlords of 5,557 subdivided homes seek 3-year grace period to fix flats

Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho says 780 subdivided homes have been granted a grace period.

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Hong Kong tourism

Letters | Policy outcomes of Hong Kong’s mega-events can be improved

Readers discuss the impact of the city’s mega-events, the fate of smaller schools, and the need for non-smoking residential buildings.

The Guinness record-setting bamboo pavilion built for the thanksgiving festival organised by the indigenous Tang clan of Kam Tin is lit up in Yuen Long on December 15, 2025. To improve the quality and diversity of mega-events in Hong Kong, unique local festivals could be included. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong

Editorial | Hong Kong’s rare, speedy response to fuel price surge shows preparedness

The short-term diesel subsidies and toll cuts included in the government package are expected to cost HK$1.96 billion.

A school bus picks up pupils outside a primary school in Wan Chai, Hong Kong, on April 9. Rising oil prices have driven up operating costs in the transport sector. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

New Kai Tak Hospital to open in 2 phases starting in October

With 2,400 beds, Hong Kong’s largest public hospital will serve patients in Kowloon.

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Hong Kong will pay diesel subsidies directly to oil firms, look out for abuse

Government will know if oil firms try to take advantage of HK$3 subsidy scheme by increasing prices, official warns.

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Is oil crisis just the start of economic pain for Hongkongers?

With diesel and petrol prices in city highest in the world, analysts warn that consumers will inevitably feel the impact in their wallets.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong seeks to raise bond issuance ceiling to HK$900 billion

Government proposes to raise borrowing ceiling from HK$700 billion to HK$900 billion to fund infrastructure development.

Development of the Northern Metropolis near the border with mainland China is a key scheme. Photo: Dickson Lee
Legislative Council election 2025

Hong Kong spent HK$1.13 billion on Legco poll, up by 35% over figure for 2021

Authorities point to rising technology expenses, staff salaries and venue rentals for increased expenditure.

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Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)

Ex-Hong Kong leader’s Chinese medicine platform to link mainland and global markets

Leung Chun-ying launches Hong Kong-based trading platform to boost transparency, efficiency and global reach of branch of medical practice.

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Hong Kong

Diesel subsidies, cheaper tolls to help transport sector as fuel costs soar

Short-term relief measures include diesel subsidies of HK$3 per litre, half-price tunnel tolls for non-private vehicles.

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Transport firms say rising fuel costs are making it difficult to operate. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong

Opinion | Hong Kong’s global future depends on diverse talent

To sharpen its competitive edge, the city must look beyond traditional borders to widen its narrowing talent pipeline.

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US-Iran ceasefire unlikely to cause big fuel price drop: Hong Kong economists

‘It will take several months for prices to gradually decline after the war ends completely,’ expert says.

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Banking & finance

As France pulls gold from the US, how can China become the next global gold hub?

Federal Reserve is no longer seen as a ‘safe’ place for nations to store gold as Trump’s unpredictability spooks the world’s central banks.

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Five-tael (190 grams or 6.65 ounces) gold bars are seen at a jewellery store in Hong Kong as China is urged to become a global gold hub as Trump’s instability spooks central banks worldwide. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong

Easter box office takings twice that of 2025 break despite exodus of Hongkongers

Local cinemas earn HK$25.93 million in first four days of holiday, double the figure year on year from the 2025 Easter break.

A still from Night King, the highest-grossing Hong Kong movie over the Easter holiday. Photo: Handout
Paul Chan

24% of Hong Kong firms to widely adopt AI, with smaller headcounts expected: KPMG

Survey by professional services firm shows number of companies expected to widely adopt technology up 8 per cent from 2025 figure.

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong immigration chief granted service extension past retirement age

Government says Benson Kwok’s extension aims to ensure a smooth leadership transition within Immigration Department.

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80% of Hong Kong fishing vessels grounded due to high fuel prices

Moratorium planned for May 1 but going out to sea already untenable for most fishermen as sector leader warns fish supply likely to fall.

Fishing boats berth near the Aberdeen Wholesale Fish Market ahead of the annual moratorium. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong

City to set up company this year to fast-track San Tin I&T hub as firms eye move

Government expects to set up fully owned firm by end of year, with CEO and board appointments set for second and third quarters, official Kevin Choi says.

Authorities have said they will set up a company this year to accelerate the development of the San Tin Technopole. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

New research institute to ramp up efforts as Hong Kong pursues ‘AI for all’

Artificial Intelligence Research and Development Institute’s first meeting will be held as early as this month to formulate city’s AI road map.

Hong Kong tourism

Editorial | Hong Kong must diversify and adapt to changing tourism market

Amid shifting cross-border travel and spending patterns, local businesses face challenging times as more residents leave the city during holidays.

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