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Latest news and analysis about investments that align with the principles of environment, social and corporate governance (ESG) investing.
Hong Kong is hosting the 15th Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong links up with 3 key ‘partner’ ports to ride out trade volatility

Hong Kong leader John Lee tells a logistics conference partnerships have been formed with two ports in mainland China and one in Chile.

HKEX

Hong Kong’s women leaders drive finance talent and economic growth: Paul Chan

Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong and UAE forge historic financial ties with ETF cross-listings

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong to boost impact investment sector with start-up and innovation focus

Financial Secretary Paul Chan pledges to develop a sustainable finance ecosystem with cutting-edge technology and diverse financial products.

Financial Secretary Paul Chan (front row, fourth right) attends the 2025 Hong Kong Green Finance Association annual forum. Photo: Handout
Family offices

Hong Kong emerges as hub for impact investments as family offices embrace ESG

Nine out of 10 family offices globally invest in ESG projects, a Sustainable Finance Initiative survey shows.

Banking & finance

Hong Kong’s sustainable debt market grows 15% on eve of Green Week

First-half issuances reach US$34.3 billion amid strong demand from international investors in Europe and the US, HKMA official says.

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Banking & finance

Hong Kong’s crop of green bonds, ESG funds flourishes

City’s role as a bridge connecting mainland projects with the world ‘not easily found in other markets’, financial-services secretary says.

A photo taken on July 3, 2025, shows wind turbines on Meihua Mountain in Liupanshui, in southwest China’s Guizhou Province. Photo: Xinhua
Wealth: Family Offices

Rise in ESG investing in Hong Kong prompts improved reporting standards

Family offices and others’ growing focus on the sector is driving local authorities to tighten up regulations to increase transparency and make gains more measurable.

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Business of climate change

New accounting rules to force firms to show climate impact on bottom line

IASB to release a finalised set of examples by October to show companies how to disclose the impact of climate change in their accounting.

Business of climate change

UK start-up Barocal wins US$1 million TERA-Award for green energy innovation

The award, which is in its fourth year, has been set up by Hong Kong tycoon Peter Lee Ka-kit to find green solutions to tackle climate change.

Winners at the fourth TERA-Award. Photo: Handout
HKEX

Hong Kong’s all-male boards are all but gone as firms embrace diversity

More than 800 women have been added as directors since 2022, when 40 per cent of boards were male only, according to HKEX.

The logo of bourse operator Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing is displayed at the Hong Kong stock exchange in Central on June 5, 2024. Photo: Edmond So
Business of climate change

Hong Kong has potential to become green marine fuel hub with Beijing’s backing

City can have a bigger say in green fuel trading and pricing if it becomes a trading hub, CIMC Enric president Leo Yang says.

Business of climate change

EU biodiesel tariffs offer Hong Kong a chance to boost adoption of green fuel

Biodiesel needs more financial incentives to compete with EVs in the city’s decarbonisation efforts, Business Environment Council says.

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Business of climate change

Hong Kong SMEs use their carbon-tracking technologies to generate business

Hong Kong SMEs leverage carbon-tracking tech for new business opportunities, attracting eco-conscious partners.

There is rising interest in ESG-related products and services from both local and multinational companies. Photo: Shutterstock
Climate change

Opinion | China must resist greenwashing its dirty coal habit with green bonds

Can China credibly claim climate leadership while doubling down on its dirtiest fuel?

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Vehicles transfer coal at a port in Chongqing, southwestern China on April 20. Photo: AFP
Investing

Hong Kong investor to leave Webb-site data as ‘gift to public interest’

David Webb says he hopes someone will carry on his work of collecting and distributing data on corporate governance and other topics.

Banking & finance

Barclays to rely on investment bank, tech strengths to grow Asia-Pacific markets

Barclays’ Asia-Pacific operations have consistently delivered double-digit returns on tangible equity over the past five years.

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Sustainability

Can this eco-tech platform revolutionise sustainable packaging?

PostMag talks to 5 women innovators at the top of their game and pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery: here we meet Wendy Lam, founder of EzyGreenPak.

Wendy Lam, founder of sustainable packaging company EzyGreenPak. Photo: TMT
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Having more women on boards makes business sense. Hong Kong gets it

In this increasingly complex world, it is vital for businesses to embrace gender diversity, and diversity more broadly, for long-term success.

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Business of climate change

Asia has potential to drive transition finance to match Europe, AllianzGI says

Transition finance allocates capital to companies and activities that are still reaching for environmentally friendly or sustainability standards.

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Hong Kong society

34% of women sexually harassed at work in Hong Kong but few take action: survey

Problem of workplace harassment in Hong Kong appears not to have improved in decades, lawmaker says.

In Hong Kong, sexual harassment is defined as any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that makes the recipient feel offended, humiliated or intimidated. Photo: Eugene Lee
Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF)

Hong Kong raises ESG disclosure standards for MPF managers

The 12 fund managers have up to end-September to ensure their ESG disclosures match the new requirements.

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The MPF scheme regulator is raising the bar on sustainability disclosures. Photo: Jelly Tse
HKEX

Hong Kong activist investor to shut Webb-site amid battle with cancer

David Webb’s informational site will be missed by investors, brokerage industry veteran Tom Chan says.

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Business of climate change

China must refocus renewable energy investment to distribution: Natixis

Natixis says China’s power-equipment industry needs to shift its investment focus to storage and distribution infrastructure.

Business of climate change

Nature investments are the way to go to tackle climate change, fund manager says

London-based fund manager Climate Asset Management touts long-term investment benefits, as such investments are about to take off.

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Frequent extreme climate events, pollution and over-exploitation are affecting natural resources such as forests, soil and water that are essential to a sustainable economy. Photo: AP Photo
Accounting and auditing

Hong Kong accounting body calls for more expertise in sustainability practices

Some 21 per cent of Hang Seng Index members obtained a ‘reasonable’ score while 53 per cent received a ‘limited’ rating, council report shows.

Only one-fifth of Hang Seng Index members obtained a ‘reasonable assurance’ grade in reporting, according to a survey last year. Photo: Shutterstock Images
Business of climate change

Chinese firms install record power capacity in belt and road nations: report

Reliance on dirty energy sources remained big at 48 per cent of projects in 2024, versus 55 per cent in 2022, report showed.

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Business of climate change

Hong Kong should learn from EU missteps with sustainable jet fuel: Cathay Pacific

City must take care setting usage targets and provide airlines with assurance of carbon-reduction benefits, forum speakers say.

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