Hong Kong

Mortgage loans value drop 15% MoM to $17.9b in February

The outstanding value of mortgage loans remained virtually unchanged at $1.85t. 

Mortgage loans value drop 15% MoM to $17.9b in February

The outstanding value of mortgage loans remained virtually unchanged at $1.85t. 

Hong Kong sets GBA mediator standards, requires training

Applicants must also have at least three years experience as a mediator.

MBA programmes in Hong Kong live up to financial hub status

MBA providers hop on experiential learning and progressive curriculums to ensure competitive edge in the rapidly evolving business landscape.

Hong Kong retail sees positive momentum amidst policy relaxation: report

This year reflected a significant uptick compared to the previous year with a $2b weekly run rate.

Hang Seng Bank unveils HK$33b SME Power Up Fund

Products include an SME Financing Guarantee scheme and non-collateralized loans.

CK Asset earnings drop 24% amidst low property development bookings

However, the company still showed a promising outlook, according to S&P Global

Student accommodation crisis looms in Hong Kong amidst housing shortage

Currently, the private student housing market can only accommodate 0.4% of the total enrolled population.

Hotel in Chiang Mai up for sale

The property is available for sale via expression of interest. 

Banks wary of risks in China's housing push

In 2023, property development loans expanded by a mere 1.5%

Slow sales drag retail property market although leasing rates “strong”

Structural change and shifts in visitors are some challenges the market may face.

2 in 5 workers concerned over AI use in admin work: survey

Demand for AI remains high with employers in 2024.

BEA’s Mongkok Branch open 7 days a week until 30 June

It will be open from 1PM to 5PM on weekends during the period.

BEA unveils new credit evaluation process for SMEs in trade sector

It has teamed up with PAOCCRA and will use the Commercial Data Interchange of HKMA.