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Peggy Ye
Reporter, Business
Peggy joined the SCMP in 2025. Previously, she was a staff writer at Nikkei, where she covered Hong Kong business and the Chinese economy. She holds a bachelor's degree in data journalism from Hong Kong Baptist University.
Peggy joined the SCMP in 2025. Previously, she was a staff writer at Nikkei, where she covered Hong Kong business and the Chinese economy. She holds a bachelor's degree in data journalism from Hong Kong Baptist University.
Areas of Expertise:
Property, financial marketsLanguages Spoken:
Cantonese, English, Mandarin
‘We see overwhelming demand for investment gold coins and bars,’ retailer San Gold Coins’ Sophia Chen says.
Tselmuun Nyamtaishir, president and CEO of Mongolyn Alt, said the home is intended as a retirement residence for family use.
IFC Mall is reportedly looking at the big picture as it explores potential tenants to replace upscale movie theatre Palace IFC.
Chinese developer says the delayed disclosure is due to ‘objective factors’, rather than a failure by the executives to properly discharge their duties.
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JLL’s Alex Barnes and his team closed decade-high single-tenant leases – deals that took on wider significance as rental declines slowed.
HKMA launches a direct transfer option for second-hand property transactions, replacing the traditional escrow system managed by law firms.
The Swiss bank says the move will strengthen links to mainland China and Greater Bay Area clients.
Elderly care operator among the few active buyers, with a US$14.4 million deal for the site it occupies bucking investor retreat.
Acquisition follows Canadian leader Carney’s visit to China after years of diplomatic and investment friction.
Mid-Levels West deal highlights continued strong demand for Hong Kong’s trophy homes, driven largely by mainland Chinese buyers.
A combination of factors – falling interest rates, rising rents and stamp duty removal – bodes well for the market after years of downturn.
Villa Rosa purchase comes as top banks strike an upbeat note on Hong Kong’s luxury housing market.
Market recovery exposes pressure points as complaints surge 56 per cent, with online advertising violations dominating cases.
Government invites interest in three sites for student hostels, signalling a shift from office sites to education-focused development.
Purchase by the Japanese skincare brand’s distributor marks a 60 per cent cut from 2017 price as cash-rich local investors hunt for bargains.
Mainland buyers account for 80 per cent of the city’s biggest blockbuster deals in the most exclusive neighbourhoods in 2025.
Most financial institutions forecast price gains ranging from 5 to 10 per cent, supported by supply constraints and end-user demand.
Evergreen Capital Partners added the Causeway Bay shop to its portfolio after acquiring two other outlets from the fast-food giant.
Businessman and National People’s Congress deputy gets nine-unit property at a 44 per cent discount, says market has bottomed out.
Wheelock and Kerry plan to roll out more than 4,500 units in 2026, even as analysts warn that inventory overhang may cap price gains.
City’s home prices are expected to rise around 10 per cent in 2026, with an ongoing rebound heralding the start of a new upcycle.
Overall residential transactions rose 5.3 per cent to 5,883 last month, but deal value fell nearly 1 per cent to US$6.6 billion.
Hong Kong mortgage applications and approvals fell in November, but year-to-date volumes still point to a 2025 recovery.
University buys four-storey office block in Kowloon Tong for US$252 million from Singapore-based Mapletree.
Analysts see China’s EV edge enduring, citing overseas profits and supply chain strengths despite tariffs and Western protectionism.
The Emmy-winning firm has bought the top floor of the US bank’s Admiralty office for US$25.4 million – more than 60 per cent below its peak.
Developer offers 148 units in Phase 2A of Sierra Sea development, expecting strong demand from homebuyers.
December gains seen easing after deadly fire dampens sentiment, but a more sustained rebound is forecast from mid-2026 on easing rates.
Attractive discounts, easing mortgage costs and policy support drive the market’s shift towards flats that cost below US$1.3 million.
