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A child poses next to a bull sculpture in Shanghai on April 9, 2025. Photo: AFP

China Business

China, Hong Kong stocks set to gain nearly 20% in 2026, JPMorgan says

HSBC Private Bank sets a target of 31,000 for the Hang Seng Index next year, representing a 22 per cent gain from Tuesday’s close.

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China

Supply chain guru Victor Fung warns of ‘20% tax’ as tariffs reshape global trade

As governments revive tariffs as a policy weapon, the cost will ultimately be borne by consumers, warns Hong Kong tycoon Victor Fung.

9 Dec 2025 - 8:00PM

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Society

Hong Kong shuts Tsing Yi hiking trails amid links to 5 local chikungunya cases

Centre for Health Protection to undertake large-scale mosquito control on the trails after hikers test positive for the disease.

9 Dec 2025 - 7:56PM

Law and Crime

Hong Kong tram driver faces jail over crash that killed girl, 3

Li Yaodong, 50, found guilty of careless driving when tram struck the girl, her sister, grandfather and family helper as they crossed street.

9 Dec 2025 - 7:46PM

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Business

Hong Kong eyes info sharing on crypto assets to combat tax fraud, evasion

Compliance with OECD framework is of ‘paramount importance’ to maintain Hong Kong’s reputation as a finance hub, secretary says.

9 Dec 2025 - 7:30PMvideocam

Government aims to complete legislative amendments in the coming year and start automatic exchange of tax information starting in 2028. Photo: Shutterstock

Politics

Hong Kong lawmaker Michael Tien calls for expanding directly elected Legco seats

Outgoing legislator Tien says proposal will broaden the political spectrum and boost voter turnout.

9 Dec 2025 - 7:06PM

Society

Death toll from Hong Kong fire rises to 160 as DNA tests confirm 1 more fatality

Police chief Joe Chow also reveals that a piece of bone has been found on the ground after scaffolding removed.

9 Dec 2025 - 9:29PM

Banking & Finance

Hong Kong financial hub gets gold star for governance, red flag on readiness

Hong Kong has been ranked the world’s No 4 financial hub in a new NYU Abu Dhabi index, but trails rivals on growth and innovation.

9 Dec 2025 - 6:05PM

The inaugural Financial Centres Competitiveness Index (FFCI), unveiled at Abu Dhabi Finance Week, ranked Hong Kong fourth overall, behind New York, London and Singapore. Photo: Coco Feng

Society

SPCA urges food, water and traps to find 84 pets missing after Hong Kong fire

Head of inspectorate Marsha Chun says though such support may not lead to recovery of any pets, it would still offer ‘glimmer of hope for their owners’.

9 Dec 2025 - 5:34PM

Little Black was taken to the SPCA for a check-up and later reunited with its owner, who had adopted the feline from the charity eight years ago. Photo: Handout

Society

Hong Kong paraglider dies in crash after being swept into air by strong winds

Man, 68, crashes near Shek O Peak after being lifted into the air during flight preparations.

9 Dec 2025 - 11:50PM

Education

City to host ‘Study in Hong Kong’ week to enhance role as a global education hub

Education chief Christine Choi unveils plans for a new campaign and digital learning blueprint to attract talent and foster innovation.

9 Dec 2025 - 7:40PM

Society

Exclusive | Indonesian team aims to get bodies of helpers killed in Hong Kong fire home soon

Filipino envoy in city also says Manila can move ‘quickly’ once Hong Kong has processed the necessary papers for worker killed in blaze.

10 Dec 2025 - 1:03AM

Domestic helpers mourn victims of the fire. Photo: Karma Lo

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong leverages Greater Bay Area ties to help low-altitude economy take off

Transport chief Mable Chan sets sights on seamless airspace, linking manned and unmanned aviation to drive growth in burgeoning sector.

9 Dec 2025 - 3:49PM

Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan, centre, in attendance at Airspace Asia Pacific 2025, a global conference held in Hong Kong for the first time. Photo: Oscar Liu

Transport

Hong Kong signs aviation deals with 7 countries to expand global reach

Transport chief Mable Chan says deals reached with mostly Latin American nations, while Airport Authority CEO calls for more investment to manage risks.

9 Dec 2025 - 8:06PM

Law and Crime

Commentator remanded over ‘seditious’ posts, including about Hong Kong fire

Wong Kwok-ngon is first person to be prosecuted over comments made after Wang Fuk Court tragedy.

9 Dec 2025 - 9:29PM

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Transport

New Hong Kong bypass to open on December 21, cut Kai Tak commute to 5 minutes

‘The Yau Ma Tei section … designed to bypass congested transport corridors and reduce peak hour journey time,’ John Lee says.

26 Nov 2025 - 7:11PM

The Yau Ma Tei section of the 4.7km Central Kowloon Bypass is set to open on December 21. Photo: Sam Tsang

Society

‘Devastating’ losses: scammers targeting mainland Chinese students in Hong Kong

Fraudsters have cheated mainland students out of HK$110 million in first nine months this year.

16 Nov 2025 - 4:04PM

Education

Journal defends work with fake AI citations amid Hong Kong university probe

Veteran journal editor calls for better enforceable policies to regulate the role of artificial intelligence in academic work.

10 Nov 2025 - 10:54PM

Society

No place to call home: plight of Hong Kong’s pregnant domestic helpers

Support groups say helpers who become pregnant often face losing their jobs, separation from babies.

6 Nov 2025 - 8:36AM

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New makeshift altar for Tai Po fire victims appears after previous shrine cleared

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Scaffold net sample ignites despite meeting safety standards

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Tai Po fire highlights shady side of Hong Kong’s building renovation industry

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