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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.
4 hours ago
Italy
Italy bans Kanye West concert over security concerns
1 Jun 2026 - 9:58AM
Timepieces
Why white ceramic watches are such a bold fashion choice
30 May 2026 - 6:00AM
Hong Kong economy
Opinion
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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
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
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
Hong Kong leverages ‘unrivalled’ medical hub status amid global hantavirus alarm
Leader John Lee and health chief Lo Chung-mau highlight city’s unique role in boosting global pandemic readiness at summit.
11 May 2026 - 9:27PM
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Style Edit: Vacheron Constantin unveils 2 new Overseas marvels
The Dual Time Cardinal Points and Self-Winding Ultra-Thin blend Swiss craftsmanship and mechanical refinement to redefine luxury travel timepieces.
11 May 2026 - 10:00AM
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Food and Drinks
Hong Kong’s hottest new openings, from Stübli to Blanc de Noirs
Discover Hong Kong’s latest dining gems: Stübli’s Alpine delights, Sichuan Verandah’s spicy fare, Blanc de Noirs’ bubbly haven and Lola Maria’s Spanish charm.
11 May 2026 - 8:00AM
Hong Kong property
Is Hong Kong’s cultural hub of West Kowloon emerging as ‘Central 2.0’?
SHKP to benefit as tenants including UBS, JPMorgan Chase and Banco Santander set to move into new office space near high-speed rail station.
10 May 2026 - 1:32PM
Wealth: Healthcare
Resort-based genetic testing might be medical tourism’s next frontier
Humansa and Chi Longevity are working with resorts like The Chedi Andermatt and the Four Seasons Hotel Singapore, while The Lanserhof has its own resorts.
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Hong Kong tourism
Aviation authorities report ‘less than 5%’ flight cuts despite Mideast war
Fewer than 5 per cent of Hong Kong flights for May and June have been cancelled, and about 1 per cent in July, despite global fuel crisis.
6 May 2026 - 8:01PM
North Korea
North Korea’s own-brand phone is sleek, colourful – and possibly watching you
Reports suggest North Korean-produced phones periodically capture screenshots that are stored in hidden folders accessible to authorities.
6 May 2026 - 10:18AM
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Artificial intelligence
From footwear to AI services: China moves up the value chain in exports
In 2025, China’s export growth in telecoms, computer and information services far outpaced exports of traditional goods, such as footwear.
3 May 2026 - 8:30PM
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Style Edit: Audemars Piguet launches a new atelier at Watches and Wonders 2026
At the annual Geneva event, the maison announced the Atelier des Établisseurs to preserve traditional watchmaking skills, and also released 3 distinctive new models.
27 Apr 2026 - 10:00AM
Banking & finance
How T+1 settlement could sharpen Hong Kong’s edge as a financial hub
After more than 30 years of T+2 settlement, Hong Kong plans to move to T+1. Here’s why the shift matters for markets and investors.
27 Apr 2026 - 7:00AM
Stock Connect
Brazil beckoned: China now has stock and bond ‘connect’ schemes in 5 regions
Strategic financial corridors now bridge mainland bourses with global hubs, enabling more seamless investment through specialised fund vehicles and receipts.
24 Apr 2026 - 7:00AM
Style Edit
Style Edit: Tudor’s new models at Watches and Wonders 2026
The maison brought back the Monarch collection, complete with quirky dial and numerals, and added new models to its Royal and Black Bay marques.
23 Apr 2026 - 10:00AM
China exports
How a Chinese plastics hub shapes Tesla’s supply chain – and moulds the modern world
From car components to keyboards, this little-known industrial district in eastern China is crafting the small parts the world relies on.
23 Apr 2026 - 6:54AM
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