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Exceptional companies recognised at HKB National and International Business Awards, Technology Excellence Awards 2023

Hong Kong's business and technology champions were recognised at the awards presentation day on 21 September 2023.

Exceptional companies recognised at HKB National and International Business Awards, Technology Excellence Awards 2023

Hong Kong's business and technology champions were recognised at the awards presentation day on 21 September 2023.

Only primary care directory doctors allowed in government-funded programmes

These programmes include Elderly Health Care Voucher Schemes (EHVS).

Inflation up 1.8% YoY in August; Price hike seen in multiple categories

Without the effects of one-off relief measures, the inflation rate was lower.

BOCHK Hong Kong dollar interest rates stay the same

Savings accounts with a daily account balance over HK$1m will enjoy a bonus rate.

Empathy is key to restore trust from Hong Kong’s diverse consumer base

Ipsos leader Javier Calvar said companies are becoming too greedy amidst inflationary pressures.

Investors must venture on regulated virtual assets platforms amidst JPEX incident: Lee

Lee said licencing protects investors and ensures a good risk control system.

Hong Kong drops to No.2 spot in global economic freedom ranking

Improvement in its size of government boosted Singapore in the rankings.

Unemployment rate sits at 2.8%

There were 112,100 unemployed people from June to August.

BOCHK warns of 9 fraudulent websites, phishing email

It has reported the case to local authorities.

BEA warns against 16 fraudulent websites

It has reported these sites to the local police and the HKMA.

Hong Kong’s drainage system prevented a greater impact: Guy Carpenter

The 2008 rainstorm alone generated HK$237m incurred claims.

Newly resumed flights helped increase Cathay Pacific’s travelers by 603%

It carried a total of 1,784,980 passengers in August 2023.

340 vehicle registration marks up for public sale in October

Applicants who paid the $1,000 deposit to reserve a mark are still asked to participate in the bidding.

Hong Kong luxury house prices down 1.5%: Knight Frank

Unsold inventory from new projects placed pressure on the market.

Five industrial buildings on sale for $1.4b: CBRE

Properties are planned to be developed into elderly homes.

Properties in Quarry Bay sold via public auction

The properties are located on Pan Hoi Street and King’s Road.

StanChart HK inks MOU to promote business, dev’t between HK and Dubai

This include promoting the growth of family offices, fintechs, and virtual asset industries.