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BUSINESSJul 19International Business : US lifts some Hong Kong sanctions imposed by TrumpThe U.S. has lifted some sanctions on Hong Kong that were previously imposed by the Trump administration. This represents a change in international business policy.gdnonline.com · United States
BUSINESSJul 18Hong Kong homebuyers snap up 138 Garden Regency flats in New Territories projectSun Hung Kai Properties (SHKP), Hong Kong’s largest developer by market capitalisation, has sold out the first batch of units at its Garden Regency project in the New Territories on Saturday, according to agents. By 3.30pm, all 138 flats the developer had launched in the Kam Tin North project in Yuen Long had found buyers, the agents said. The launch of the three-tower development of 566 units marks SHKP’s return to the market two months after units at its Lime Spark project in Tsuen Wan were...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 18Hong Kong’s Lalamove, EY team up to shape ‘low-altitude economy’. What’s the plan?Hong Kong delivery company Lalamove and professional services firm EY have joined forces and jumped on the “low-altitude economy” bandwagon in the hopes of expanding their reach in the Greater Bay Area and transforming conventional business. The companies told the South China Morning Post that the collaboration would leverage Lalamove’s logistics platform and EY’s services in planning, business modelling, risk advisory, governance and tax and customs advisory. The initiative involves equipment...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 17China signals possible return of U.S. trade privileges for Hong KongThe decision comes two months after President Donald Trump met with Xi Jinping, potentially warming ties ahead of Xi's expected U.S. visit.NPR News
BUSINESSJul 17Michael Burry says it's a 'good time' to hunt for Hong Kong stock bargainsMichael Burry suggests that current conditions present a favorable opportunity to find undervalued stocks in Hong Kong.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJul 17Retail rift: Hong Kong shops plead for rent relief, landlords see improving marketAlthough retail sales in Hong Kong rose more than 10 per cent year on year in the first five months of 2026, a wave of shop closures continues, leaving tenants and landlords with vastly different assessments of the retail leasing market. Many tenants say that despite racking their brains for solutions, their businesses remain stagnant. They are losing money because of constant price cutting to attract customers, a situation they attribute to the broader economic climate. Many hope for rent...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 16Hong Kong urged to position Greater Bay Area as equine hub, grow racing tourismThe Hong Kong Jockey Club has urged the city to position the Greater Bay Area as a leading equine hub under its first five-year plan, proposing the formation of a distinctive racing circuit for both mainland Chinese and international tourists. In a submission to the government on Thursday, the club said the equine industry had already been identified as a strategic economic driver under national planning frameworks. “Hong Kong therefore has an opportunity to play a leading role in helping to...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 16Baidu rallies as investors eye Hong Kong listing upgrade planBaidu's stock rallied as investors considered the company's plan for a potential Hong Kong listing upgrade. This reflects market reaction to corporate strategic decisions.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJul 16Short-haul tourist arrivals fall 15% amid strong Hong Kong dollar, fewer flightsHong Kong’s short-haul visitor arrivals plunged by 15 per cent in June despite an overall growth in traffic, as higher fuel costs linked to the Middle East conflict reduced flight capacity and weaker regional currencies dampened travel demand, tourism authorities have said. The Hong Kong Tourism Board said on Thursday that the city received 3.72 million visitors last month, up by 7 per cent from a year earlier, driven largely by a 10 per cent rise in mainland Chinese arrivals to 2.88...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 16Baidu to upgrade Hong Kong listing to primary statusSeeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJul 16Hong Kong set to invite ride-hailing firms to apply for licences in AugustHong Kong authorities plan to invite ride-hailing platforms to apply for operator licences as early as next month and will begin approving them in batches from the end of November, the city’s transport minister has said. Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan laid down the timeline on Thursday as lawmakers completed the negative vetting process to approve the subsidiary legislation for the ride-hailing regulatory regime. “In August, we will invite ride-hailing platform companies to...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 16Cafe de Coral, in 1986, becomes first Hong Kong food chain to go public – SCMP archiveThis article was first published on July 17, 1986. Cafe de Coral the live wire in quiet market by John Mulcahy Fast-food counter Cafe de Coral hit the boards yesterday (July 16, 1986), trading up to $1.35 and recording the biggest volume of the day. Although 16.6 million Cafe de Coral shares traded, at a total value of $22.08 million, this was about all the excitement the market could muster, as it took a breather after some hectic activity on Monday and Tuesday. Another talking point was Yeo...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 16Alibaba and Baidu shares jump in Hong Kong on Apple AI partnershipThe technological rivalry between China and the U.S. has intensified, as they race for AI dominance.CNBC
BUSINESSJul 16Mainland China funds increase stakes in Hong Kong biotech amid surge of licensing dealsA growing number of mainland Chinese institutional fund managers have built up stakes in Hong Kong-listed biotechnology stocks over the past month, drawn by attractive valuations amid a surge in cross-border licensing deals in the sector. China’s largest mutual fund manager, E Fund Management, has taken a 7 per cent stake in gene-editing biotechnology firm Biocytogen Pharmaceuticals, buying additional 91,500 shares in the Beijing-based firm at an average price of HK$46.90 each on July 2,...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 15Hong Kong airport profit falls 16.8% to HK$2b as expenses, salvage operation biteHong Kong’s airport has reported a 16.8 per cent decline in net profit to HK$2 billion (US$255.16 million) for the 2025-26 financial year, with the management citing a significant rise in expenses driven by the third runway’s operating costs and last year’s aircraft salvage operation. In its annual report released on Wednesday, the operator of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) said revenue grew 11 per cent year on year to HK$18 billion for the period ending March 31. Passenger throughput,...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 15Will diversification restore Hong Kong IPO title ? Think tank maps out planA think tank is proposing a plan to assess if diversification can help Hong Kong regain its leading position in IPOs. This discusses strategic economic planning for a financial center.scmp.com · China
BUSINESSJul 15Will diversification restore Hong Kong’s IPO title? Think tank maps out planHong Kong needs to diversify the source of its listed companies and investors if it is to reclaim its recently lost crown as the world’s top initial public offering (IPO) venue, according to a government think tank. “Hong Kong should continue to find ways to diversify both its listing issuers as well as potential future investors,” said Benjamin Hung Pi-cheng, chairman of the Financial Services Development Council (FSDC), at a media briefing on Wednesday. “That form of diversification enhances...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 15Vietnam jeweller rattled by ex-official’s arrest over India-Hong Kong gem-smuggling ringPhu Nhuan Jewellery, Vietnam’s largest listed jeweller, is facing a crisis of confidence after police detained the former head of its gem certification subsidiary over his alleged links to a transnational diamond-smuggling ring. Shares in PNJ, as the company is known, have plummeted more than 25 per cent since news of the investigation broke in early July. Police accuse Dang Ngoc Thao, the former director of wholly owned unit PNJ Laboratory, of involvement in a criminal network that allegedly...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 15Why and how the media industry can fit into Hong Kong’s first 5-year planMainstream media, particularly in Hong Kong, have historically been conservative in their research and development spending. Media executives prefer to shop for off-the-shelf solutions, treating technology as back-office support rather than a core growth engine. This mode of operation now faces an existential challenge amid the explosive growth of artificial intelligence (AI), large language models and Web3 technologies. Concurrently, these developments offer Hong Kong’s media industry fresh...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 14Hong Kong Book Fair vendors on the same page about this year’s salesHong Kong booksellers are hoping to match last year’s business levels for the 2026 edition of the city’s annual book fair, with some vendors expressing little optimism during a period of prolonged downturn for the publishing and retail sectors. The seven-day Hong Kong Book Fair, which runs in tandem with the Sports and Leisure Expo and the World of Snacks, opens on Wednesday at the Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. The three events are set to bring together more than 770 exhibitors...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 14How Yung Kee and other Hong Kong heritage brands innovate to thrive in challenging timesHong Kong heritage brands, such as Yung Kee, are innovating to succeed in difficult economic conditions. This article explores strategies employed by established businesses to adapt to contemporary challenges.scmp.com · China
BUSINESSJul 14Nigeria, Hong Kong sign double taxation agreement to boost investmentAccording to the minister, although the signing ceremony was held virtually, its significance remained profound as it reflected the shared commitment of both parties to strengthening economic cooperation and creating a more conducive environment for cross-border trade and investment. The post Nigeria, Hong Kong sign double taxation agreement to boost investment appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 14Mainland Chinese firms on Hong Kong-led trip to Central Asia eye city listing: John LeeMany mainland Chinese businesses that joined a Hong Kong-led delegation to Central Asia last month are preparing to list in the city to raise capital for global expansion, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu has revealed. At a summit on Tuesday, the city leader stressed that Hong Kong would continue to leverage its role as a “superconnector” and “super value-adder” to support businesses expanding overseas, amid accelerating global shifts and protectionism that were disrupting the international...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 14How Yung Kee and other Hong Kong heritage brands innovate to thrive in challenging timesFrom franchising to diversification, Hong Kong’s heritage brands and long-running family businesses are looking for ways to navigate challenging times amid changing consumption patterns and soaring costs. Second- and third-generation stewards of three local brands – charcoal-roasted goose restaurant Yung Kee, toy manufacturer Kader Holdings and construction group Asia Allied Infrastructure – are using different strategies to adapt to the changing times, they explained recently in an interview...South China Morning Post
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