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Cheryl Arcibal
Senior Reporter, Business
Before moving to Hong Kong, Cheryl covered the economy in her native Philippines.
Before moving to Hong Kong, Cheryl covered the economy in her native Philippines.
Areas of Expertise:
Property, insurance, retail, social mediaLanguages Spoken:
English, Filipino
Japanese fashion retailer Uniqlo as well as online brokerage Longbridge have also launched cafes in their outlets.
Hong Kong’s biggest office deal this year signals return of confidence to city’s core commercial market.
A slowdown in Hong Kong office leasing reflects caution among multinationals, yet analysts see upside as investors seek stability.
New projects across the city draw steady demand, with selective price increases reflecting improved homebuying sentiment.
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Flats at La Mirabelle in Tseung Kwan O range from 360 sq ft to 558 sq ft and with layouts of one to two bedrooms.
‘This is a classic recovery-phase strategy: testing price elasticity without undermining the building momentum,’ an analyst says.
Hong Kong-based investors own about 19 per cent of foreign-owned homes in London, while mainland Chinese account for about 12 per cent.
Developer steps back from consolidating three commercial sites as high costs and patchy demand weigh on redevelopment decisions.
Hong Kong property deals to reach 8,000 this month after staying above 7,000 for six consecutive months, real estate agencies say.
Weak absorption reflects cautious corporate leasing amid global uncertainties, but Cushman expects gradual recovery as new sectors expand.
All 254 Tseung Kwan O flats snapped up as developers step up supply and demand stays firm.
With one in three Hongkongers set to be over 65, experts say the city may need to look abroad for ideas on housing its ageing population.
Earnings at China’s EV leader fall short of expectations amid intense domestic competition.
So far this year, 5,500 new residential units have been sold in Hong Kong, a 25 per cent increase compared to the same period last year.
Price gains accelerated in February, according to official government index, but interest-rate risk looms, analysts say.
Country’s largest producer aims to increase output by up to 3 per cent from 2025’s record level.
A threefold rise in contribution from the Greater Bay Area drives 15 per cent growth in advertising revenue, broadcaster says.
Sale of 494-room hotel to Centaline underscores strong demand for student accommodation in Hong Kong amid an estimated 88,000-bed shortfall.
A wait-and-see approach by Hong Kong homebuyers amid rising geopolitical uncertainties could dampen recovery in the sector.
Wan Chai-Causeway Bay area also improves, reducing citywide vacancy rate even though most areas remain under pressure, JLL says.
Diversified business mitigates impact of adverse developments including ‘legal conflict’ over Panama ports, chairman says.
The Securities and Futures Commission made several recommendations to improve the stock exchange’s regulations.
Bright Smart shares surge after Ant Group’s Wealthiness and Prosperity completes reporting procedures required by Chinese authorities.
The US investment bank is leasing 250,000 sq ft in Artist Square Towers, which will house its Kowloon operations from late 2028.
A Finnish national turned a two-week trip into a new career, and now manages high-end listings in one of the world’s top real estate markets.
With record office supply and tenants flocking to premium towers, landlords convert assets to co-working and student digs to survive.
The company plans to launch many new residential projects over the next 10 months, including the second phase of Cullinan Harbour in Kai Tak.
‘We expect Hong Kong’s residential market in 2026 to remain resilient and positive,’ CBRE’s Hannah Jeong says.
Deep discounts that were offered by developers to reduce unsold inventory may be a thing of the past, analysts say.
