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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.
The Hung Shui Kiu pilot area in the Northern Metropolis on August 25. A consortium comprising mainland Chinese state-owned and private companies alongside a major Hong Kong developer has won the first “large-scale land disposal” project in the Northern Metropolis for HK$1.03 billion. Photo: Dickson Lee
Northern Metropolis

Editorial | Consortium that won Northern Metropolis plot shows way forward

The joint venture comprising mainland heavyweights and a Hong Kong developer indicates that a diversified model could be the way to go for the mega-project.

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong lawmaker urges firms to expand into emerging markets amid US visa pause

John Lee

Hong Kong’s first 5-year plan, policy address to be unveiled on September 16

Hong Kong society

‘Squeezed further’: calls for SME energy subsidies as power fuel surcharges soar

Industry leader urges relief for Hong Kong SMEs and household consumption vouchers to ease pressures and support local businesses.

HK Electric, which supplies electricity mainly to Hong Kong Island and Lamma Island, said that its fuel clause charge would rise to 60.7 Hong Kong cents per kWh in September. Photo: Sam Tsang
Northern Metropolis

Mainland Chinese firms hold the key to Northern Metropolis success, analysts say

Analysts stress that future tenders will require greater flexibility and longer bidding windows to encourage more competition.

Hong Kong property

Super-rich losing millions as some Hong Kong trophy homes sell at deep discounts

Under-pressure owners are cutting prices to exit Hong Kong’s luxury property market, with some homes losing more than HK$100 million in value.

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Greater Bay Area

How mainland Chinese engineers can help Hong Kong firms bridge talent gap

Vast pool of mainland engineers can help Hong Kong companies ease an acute shortage of local talent, academic says.

Gao Min, general director of the Guangzhou HKUST Fok Ying Tung Research Institute. Photo: Vivian Au
Hong Kong

JD.com boosts Northern Metropolis logistics hub, but hurdles loom: experts

Mainland Chinese e-commerce giant is part of a consortium that won the first ‘large-scale land disposal’ project in the Northern Metropolis.

Chinese offshore investment

China targets offshore workarounds in new rules for individual investors

Newly drafted rules would expand oversight of direct offshore investments, with more reporting requirements but limited changes for market-linked schemes.

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Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong jewellery shop hit with 30-day tour group ban over coerced sales

Kaiser Jewellery International barred from receiving any inbound tour group visitors from Wednesday until September 24.

A group of mainland tourists wearing matching pink shirts and red caps gather along the Tsim Sha Tsui promenade in June. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong

Customers facing steeper electricity bills as Hong Kong firms raise fuel charges

CLP Power and HK Electric announce higher fuel-related charges, while offering rebates and subsidies to ease the burden on households.

HK Electric, which supplies electricity mainly to Hong Kong Island and Lamma Island, said that its fuel clause charge would rise to 60.7 Hong Kong cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) in September. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

Hong Kong exports jump 50.7% in July, driven by growth in AI-related electronics

Government expects robust demand to continue supporting trade development despite geopolitical risks.

Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong to revamp senior secondary science and maths curriculum from 2029-30

Authorities aim to encourage more students to take science subjects at the senior secondary level.

Hong Kong

Editorial | Hongkong Post’s survival won’t come from belt-tightening alone

The postal service must look to successful examples overseas and not shy away from ambitious reforms.

Customers at the General Post Office in Central, Hong Kong, on August 18. Facing operational challenges and declining mail volumes, Hongkong Post has announced that it will offer two-year contracts rather than permanent employment to those completing their probation this September. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong property

Hong Kong housing rally faces test as property flippers retreat

Secondary home prices are the highest in three years, but July short-term trading of those held for less than a year was half the level seen in March.

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China Resources Land sold all 180 units offered in its first price-list batch at The Sterling in southwest Kowloon on Saturday, generating nearly HK$1.6 billion. Photo: Facebook/Louis Chan
Greater Bay Area

Chinese tech, pharma firms eye Hong Kong as springboard for global expansion

Industry leaders highlight city’s international reach and expertise as state-owned drug maker considers Northern Metropolis project investment.

Northern Metropolis

Heavyweights give Northern Metropolis vote of confidence with HK$1.03b land win

Six-company consortium awarded tender for 10.5-hectare project in Hung Shui Kiu, with total investment of HK$16.8 billion expected.

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Mainland China

John Lee urges start-ups to seize opportunities through ‘gateway’ of Hong Kong

City leader makes familiar pitch to attendees at summit, citing Hong Kong’s ability to help global firms enter mainland China and vice versa.

Chief Executive John Lee speaking at the inaugural Global Unicorn Summit, held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai on Monday. Photo: Handout
Zhu Rongji

Publisher’s Pen | Remembering Zhu Rongji and understanding his legacy

The late Chinese premier showed genuine love and support for Hong Kong and kept ‘one country, two systems’ dear to his heart.

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Hong Kong property

Hong Kong homebuyers snap up units at weekend as value-focused demand deepens

The Sterling residential development drew 46,000-plus subscriptions, highlighting appeal of urban locations with strong transport links as housing recovery matures.

Hong Kong transport

More ride-hailing firms target Hong Kong amid licensing roll-out, Mable Chan says

Transport chief says more than 7,500 people have applied for new combined taxi and ride-hailing vehicle written test.

Hong Kong's first licensed ride-hailing services are not expected to launch until later this year. Photo: Jelly Tse
Mainland China

Hong Kong to launch AI training for workers in November with big tech firms

Finance chief warns frontier tech will challenge the job market, urging faster action to equip young people with AI skills and workplace opportunities.

Finance chief Paul Chan (front row, 10th left) with Chamber of Hong Kong Computer Industry chairman Reggie Wong (10th right) and other guests at the Hong Kong Computer and Communications Festival on August 21. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong

Opinion | Hong Kong can open a lucrative new frontier as Chinese tech IP hub

As the city works more closely with mainland tech firms seeking to expand internationally, it can carve out a distinctive role.

Hong Kong

Opinion | Hong Kong must abandon superiority complex over mainland China

The city’s future lies in discarding the prejudice that has clouded its judgment to embrace mainland success and align with the national trajectory.

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Hong Kong

Macroscope | What’s so bad about a planned Hong Kong economy? Just look at Singapore

Dismissing economic planning out of hand is a mistake. The market does not always get it right.

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Downtown Singapore. A partially planned economy like Singapore’s is a workable alternative to leaving things entirely to the private sector. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong

Beyblade battles drive up sales at Hong Kong malls, but will the trend last?

Struggling to attract patrons, shopping centres are embracing resurgent popularity of Japanese toy, drawing fans who stay and spend – at least for now.

A staff member engages in a Beyblade battle with a child at the Lukfook Jewellery outlet in Tuen Mun Town Plaza. Photo: Elson Li
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong physiotherapists face job crunch amid oversupply and budget cuts

Professional group expects glut as growing number of local undergraduates and practitioners returning from overseas enter stagnant job market.

Banking & finance

Why Hong Kong’s SK Hynix fund kept full leverage – and left investors strained

The chip fund maintained peak exposure as shares plunged, underscoring risks before regulators rolled out new flexible leverage rules.

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