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President Viola Amherd
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Investing
Why gold may rebound 13% this year – and what could hold it back
Metal’s upside rests on central-bank demand and easing oil shock, but higher yields and AI spending may temper recovery, money managers say.
13 Jun 2026 - 9:30AM
US, Israel war on Iran
US ‘80-85%’ confident of signing peace deal with Iran, senior official says
13 Jun 2026 - 6:55AM
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Wealth management
Hong Kong gazettes tax break for fund manager bonuses to boost wealth hub role
12 Jun 2026 - 5:41PM
Timepieces
Rolex celebrates 100 years of the Oyster, its first waterproof wristwatch
‘Oyster Story’ traces the history of the brand’s first waterproof wristwatch, from Mercedes Gleitze’s English Channel ‘vindication swim’ to modern horological marvels.
12 Jun 2026 - 1:17PM
US, Israel war on Iran
Iran’s ‘unity of theatres’ strategy exposes US-Israel rift
Analysts say Iran’s new tactic is both an attempt to reassert strategic deterrence and a political bargaining chip ahead of negotiations.
11 Jun 2026 - 6:00PM
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Hong Kong property
US fintech firm iCapital doubles prime office space in Hong Kong
Company leases a 9,000 sq ft space in One IFC in Central, with an eye towards doubling its staff amid rising demand for wealth services.
10 Jun 2026 - 11:07AM
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Banking & finance
Hong Kong rolls out incentives to boost role as a corporate treasury hub
Plan expands tax concessions and introduces pre-approval mechanism to lure multinationals to manage capital and risk in the city.
9 Jun 2026 - 6:07PM
My Take
My Take
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China’s Confucian AI vs America’s oligarchic version
Chinese officials and bosses have shown a sense of social responsibility towards citizens and workers. The tech bros in the US are happy to take artificial intelligence wherever they want, as long as they come out on top.
7 Jun 2026 - 9:20PM
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India
Is US wielding new tariff threat to secure big bargain in India trade talks?
Additional 12.5 per cent levy over forced labour supply-chain concerns seen as leverage in negotiations, analysts say.
5 Jun 2026 - 5:03PM
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US-China relations
Trump Jnr tells investors he would avoid investing in China
The US president’s son says he is concerned in particular by a Chinese legal system he believes is tilted against foreign entities.
5 Jun 2026 - 8:13PM
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Banking & finance
Opinion
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Hong Kong is emerging as a leading capital hub of the multipolar era
As wealth creation’s centre of gravity shifts, expect Hong Kong to not only survive but also gain renewed strategic importance.
3 Jun 2026 - 9:30AM
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US-China relations
Can China fill funding and leadership gaps after America quit the WHO?
Beijing is now the global health body’s biggest assessed contributor, but its voluntary donations remained low in 2025.
3 Jun 2026 - 8:41AM
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Style Edit
Style Edit: Hublot unveils new boutique at The Venetian Macao
To mark the occasion, Hublot is also introducing the Big Bang Ceramic Carbon timepiece – exclusively available in Greater China.
2 Jun 2026 - 10:00AM
Banking & finance
Family offices eye shifting assets from North America to China, survey finds
Privately run firms managing investments of wealthy families showing ‘growing interest’ in China, UBS report says.
1 Jun 2026 - 2:30PM
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Italy
Italy bans Kanye West concert over security concerns
Authorities scrap festival performance following pressure from local Jewish groups over rapper’s controversial history.
1 Jun 2026 - 9:58AM
Timepieces
Why white ceramic watches are such a bold fashion choice
The bold watches are challenging to work with and even seen as ‘offensive’ by some … so why do brands like Omega, Cartier and IWC Schaffhausen seem to love them? Chris Rovzar finds out.
30 May 2026 - 6:00AM
Hong Kong economy
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Cross-border wealth hub crown latest sign Hong Kong is roaring back
City overtook Switzerland in BCG wealth report, underscoring vital ‘superconnector’ role between mainland and international capital markets.
29 May 2026 - 7:15AM
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Crime
3 wounded in blade attack at Swiss railway station
The suspect – a 31-year-old Swiss-Turkish man – has been arrested. The attack is being treated as a terrorist act , a security official said.
29 May 2026 - 2:32AM
Banking & finance
Hong Kong beats Switzerland as world’s largest offshore wealth hub, BCG finds
City tops cross-border wealth on IPO surge and mainland China inflows, as Singapore and US trail in consultancy’s global rankings.
28 May 2026 - 8:05AM
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Hong Kong economy
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Paul Chan’s trip just one step in strengthening relations with Europe
Hong Kong must continue to build on the finance secretary’s visit to highlight the city’s financial strengths and ease concerns over money laundering.
26 May 2026 - 7:15AM
US-China relations
US investment returning? Chinese data shows double-digit growth in early 2026
Other rapidly growing sources of foreign direct investment included Luxembourg, Switzerland and France, Ministry of Commerce says.
25 May 2026 - 7:32PM
China consumption
China sales hold up as European luxury brands warn of Iran war impact
While LVMH, Hermes and Prada recorded increased sales in Chinese market, Kering reported a decline.
25 May 2026 - 3:00PM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong’s Paul Chan urges closer Europe ties, dialogue to work out differences
Finance chief says opportunities exist to tap city’s capital markets, while acknowledging concerns over trade imbalances.
24 May 2026 - 7:55PM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong finance chief woos French wealth managers as European tour starts
Paul Chan, who arrived in Paris on Monday, met representatives of French asset management association and think tank Asia Centre in Paris, sources say.
19 May 2026 - 8:30AM
Africa
US to screen for Ebola at airports as American worker is infected
US implements airport screenings and suspends visa services following a WHO declaration over the deadly Ebola strain.
19 May 2026 - 1:14PM
World Health Organization (WHO)
‘Crises’: WHO kicks off annual assembly amid Ebola, US withdrawal
Aid cuts ‘have disrupted health systems, widened inequalities’ said UN chief Antonio Guterres, with WHO budget down by almost US$1 billion.
18 May 2026 - 10:07PM
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Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong’s Paul Chan is heading to Europe. So what’s on the itinerary?
Finance chief’s trip announced on Sunday and follows easing of tensions after US President Donald Trump visited mainland China.
17 May 2026 - 10:10PM
Style Edit
Style Edit: Richard Mille’s pared-back powerhouse, RM 55-01 Manual Winding
All 3 versions of the new watch – in black Carbon TPT, and in grey or white Quartz TPT – are masterpieces of minimalism.
15 May 2026 - 10:00AM
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