Interest Rate Hike Impact Eases as Local Banks Maintain Strong Liquidity Buffers
Despite global tightening cycles, Hong Kong banks report resilience, minimizing adverse effects on lending and overall financial stability.
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HKEX Proposes Streamlined Listing Rules to Attract Global Dual-Class Tech Firms
The Stock Exchange seeks to boost competitiveness against New York and Shanghai by simplifying requirements for innovative companies with weighted voting rights structures.
Quantum Computing Breakthrough in Hong Kong Spurs Regional Tech Investment
Local research institute secures landmark funding after successful demonstration of a scalable, fault-tolerant quantum processing unit, signaling a significant shift in the city's tech focus.
Hong Kong Retail Sector Shows Selective Strength, Driven by Luxury Segment
Strong inbound tourism and high-net-worth spending continue to buoy high-end retail performance, offsetting weaker demand in mass-market consumption categories.
Flexible Office Demand Fuels Expansion of Co-Working Operators to Kowloon
As hybrid work models become permanent, co-working spaces are moving beyond Central and into decentralised commercial hubs to meet growing enterprise needs.
Consortium of Local Banks Launches Digital Lending Platform for SMEs
A new blockchain-based platform promises faster approval times and lower collateral requirements, aiming to bridge the funding gap for small and medium-sized enterprises.