Hong Kong

HKIA seeks public input on subsidiary legislation for risk-based capital regime

This consultation comes after the implementation of the Risk-based Capital (RBC) regime.

HKIA seeks public input on subsidiary legislation for risk-based capital regime

This consultation comes after the implementation of the Risk-based Capital (RBC) regime.

Hong Kongers used credit cards more on average in Q3: study

Card origination volumes contracted, but average card limits are higher.

Swire Properties will buy back shares worth $6b from the open market

It will commence its buyback programme on 6 December.

Cathay buys back 50% of preference shares it issued to the gov’t

It plans to buy back the remaining shares by the end of July 2024.

Hong Kong’s Green Revolution: A New Era of Sustainable Development

Racing against the climate clock, Hong Kong is taking decisive action. With a bold goal to slash carbon emissions by 50% within the next decade, and a vision for carbon neutrality by 2050, Hong Kong is leading the charge in the battle against global warming.

HK’s total gross premiums dip 1% in the first nine months

Hong Kong’s long-term or life business experienced a contraction, whilst the general business witnessed growth.

Prime hotel, industrial building in East Kowloon up for sale

The properties are sold for $2.22b and $180m, respectively.

WTW taps new executive director of large accounts practice HK, Macau

Ellen Fung will focus on elevating the Hong Kong market across various lines of WTW business.

ESR applies to list logistics REIT on the Shanghai Stock Exchange

The REIT will handle three projects in Kunshan, Jiangsu Province.

ING coordinates US$260m sustainability-linked loan for HK’s Hop Lun

Hop Lun designs and manufactures products for more than 200 brands.

Hang Seng Bank warns of phishing SMS messages, fake WhatsApp accounts

These phishing SMS and fake accounts prompt users to provide their banking info.

Tap & Go joins Hong Kong-Thailand cross border retail payment service

Hong Kong Tap & Go customers can now pay in Thailand locally with just their app.

Crypto-focused SEBA Bank rebrands to AMINA Bank

It recently clinched a license to offer regulated services in Hong Kong.

Prudential HK teams up with local hospitals to launch new cancer service

It offers exclusive medical concierge services, amongst other benefits.

Hong Kong needs to act to keep its global maritime hub status afloat

As of 2023, Hong Kong maintains a 2.4% share of the world fleet in terms of vessel numbers.