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BUSINESSJun 25HKEX pushes deeper into index business as AI reshapes Hong Kong marketHong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) is expanding into the index business with plans to launch more proprietary benchmarks and related investment products, as traditional market gauges have lagged regional peers during the artificial intelligence-driven technology rally. The operator of Hong Kong’s stock exchange will debut the first exchange-traded fund (ETF) tracking its HKEX Tech 100 Index on Friday. The index, launched on December 9, tracks the 100 largest technology companies listed in...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 25Hong Kong exports rise by nearly 41% in May as AI keeps fuelling demandThe recent bumper growth in Hong Kong exports spilled into May, expanding by 40.8 per cent year on year, as artificial intelligence-related products continued to fuel already robust demand overseas. Provisional figures released by the Census and Statistics Department on Thursday showed that the total value of exports rose to HK$611.2 billion (US$77.95 billion) last month, following a nearly 43 per cent increase in April. The May figure marked the second month in a row that export growth exceeded...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 25UBS prepares to open its next chapter of growth with a new Hong Kong home in West KowloonWith the formal handover of its new Hong Kong premises already complete and plans well under way to start moving all local staff there in the fourth quarter of this year, UBS, the world’s largest wealth manager, is showing long-term confidence in the city’s future as an international financial centre. The new headquarters is located near the West Kowloon Cultural District, one of the world’s largest cultural and arts quarters spanning 40 hectares (99 acres) and home to renowned institutions such...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 25Southbound Stock Connect flows surge to record US$152b driven by Hong Kong’s IPO revivalSouthbound Stock Connect flows, through which mainland Chinese investors buy Hong Kong listed shares, hit a record high in the past year, reflecting strong confidence in the city’s market on the back of a booming pipeline of initial public offerings (IPO). In the 12 months to March this year, mainland investors snapped up HK$1.19 trillion (US$151.8 billion) worth of shares in Hong Kong, according to the Securities and Futures Commission’s (SFC) annual report published on Wednesday. Average daily...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 25Hong Kong can take the regulatory high road amid US-China AI decouplingThe market realignment over the past week starkly captures the self-defeating logic of America’s technology containment strategy. The momentum began on June 15, when the shares of Chinese artificial intelligence pioneer Zhipu AI, which trade in Hong Kong under Knowledge Atlas Technology, surged by 48 per cent intraday after it announced the open-source release of its GLM-5.2 foundation model. The rally continued this week, with Zhipu’s shares trading at an intraday high of HK$2,980 (US$380) in...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 25Hong Kong prime office vacancy hits 7-month low on Central spillover demandHong Kong’s overall prime office vacancy rate fell to a seven-month low in May, driven by spillover demand from Central, where premium offices were close to full occupancy, according to JLL. With Central’s grade A office vacancy rate holding steady at 9.2 per cent, tenants appeared to have found their way to neighbouring Wan Chai and Causeway Bay. Vacancy there edged down to 9.8 per cent in May from 10.4 per cent in April, the lowest in 10 months, the property consultancy said in its latest...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 24Zhipu weighs multibillion-dollar Hong Kong share sale after massive stock surge: reportZhipu is reportedly considering a multibillion-dollar share sale in Hong Kong following a substantial increase in its stock value.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJun 24Creditors in aggressive push to sell 2 Hong Kong hotels amid banks’ drive to cut lossesReceivers and agents of the Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung Hotel and the Four Points by Sheraton have expressed confidence in finally finding a buyer for the dual-branded complex – which together make up Hong Kong’s third-largest hotel by room numbers – as creditors move to dispose of the asset. Sole agent Savills is holding a formal tender that is expected to close on August 31 for the 1,219-room property on Lantau Island, near the Tung Chung MTR station and the Hong Kong International...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 23China’s trading crackdown seen boosting Hong Kong as official capital hubChina’s crackdown on cross-border securities trading could strengthen – rather than diminish – Hong Kong’s financial role, according to economists, as Beijing steers more capital through official channels and reinforces the city’s status as an offshore yuan hub. “I would argue that these moves make the importance of Hong Kong even bigger,” Diana Choyleva, founder and chief economist at Enodo Economics, said on Tuesday at the World Economic Forum’s annual “Summer Davos” meeting. Referring to...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 23Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific to cut fuel surcharges again as costs easeHong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific Airways will lower fuel surcharges on most passenger flights for the second time in less than two months, with the revised rates taking effect from July 1 as fuel costs ease from highs triggered by the Middle East war. Under the new rates announced on Tuesday, passengers departing from Hong Kong on long-haul flights to destinations in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the Southwest Pacific will pay HK$1,164 (US$148.48) per sector, down 14.5...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 23Hong Kong police arrest 69 over laundering HK$200m from cross-border fraudHong Kong police have arrested 69 people linked to a syndicate suspected of laundering about HK$200 million (US$25.5 million) from cross-border investment fraud affecting more than 170 victims. The force said on Tuesday that 54 men and 15 women, aged between 18 and 60, were arrested on Monday in a joint operation with mainland Chinese authorities for money laundering, involving “mule” bank accounts. Losses from investment scams in Hong Kong reached HK$920 million between January and March, a 17...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 23Hong Kong urged to export food culture as Cantonese restaurants hit hardest by slumpHong Kong must step up efforts to export its food culture and promote its culinary heritage, industry leaders have said after a recent study found that Cantonese restaurants have borne the brunt of the sector’s slump. Data released this month by the Legislative Council Secretariat’s research office showed earnings for Chinese restaurants in the first quarter suffered the sector’s steepest contraction in revenue, plunging by 27.9 per cent from HK$13.44 billion (US$1.7 billion) in 2018 to HK$9.7...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 23EU and Hong Kong in talks on new financial services dialogue, envoy saysSenior officials from the European Union and Hong Kong are in talks to launch a financial services dialogue, with companies from the bloc keen to explore opportunities in the Northern Metropolis, its top representative in the city has said. Ambassador Harvey Rouse, head of the EU Office in Hong Kong, made the remarks at the Greenway 2026 forum on Tuesday, where he highlighted opportunities for cooperation on sustainable innovation and the green transition. In a keynote address, Rouse said Hong...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 22Hong Kong aims to offer more investment options for mainland Chinese: Paul ChanAs Hong Kong marks the 29th anniversary of its return to Chinese rule on July 1, the South China Morning Post talks to the city’s senior officials about the administration’s achievements so far and what may lie ahead. More mainland Chinese investors could gain access to a broader range of products in Hong Kong under a review by authorities, the finance chief has said, dismissing concerns that a recent crackdown on illegal cross-border stock trading could dent the city’s appeal. Financial...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 21Hong Kong to roll out measures boosting offshore yuan trading in July: finance chiefAs Hong Kong marks the 29th anniversary of its return to Chinese rule on July 1, the South China Morning Post talks to the city’s senior officials about the administration’s achievements so far and what may lie ahead. Authorities are expected to roll out measures to strengthen Hong Kong’s role as an offshore Chinese yuan hub next month, the finance chief has revealed, with the government pushing to increase the number of listed firms trading stocks in renminbi. Financial Secretary Paul Chan...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 21Editorial | Hong Kong and Shanghai extend the yuan international reachAn editorial discusses how Hong Kong and Shanghai are working to extend the international reach of the yuan. This signifies efforts to enhance the global presence of China's currency.scmp.com · China
BUSINESSJun 19Hong Kong rises to No.2 globally in competitivenessHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 18 June 2026 - Hong Kong jumped one place to become the world's second most competitive economy, according to the 2026 World Competitiveness Ranking published today (June 18) by the Swiss-based International Institute for Management Development (IMD). It is Hong Kong's highest ranking since 2019, and builds on three consecutive years of...asiaone · singapore
BUSINESSJun 18Hong Kong ACTION 2.0 Launched with Simultaneous Energy Ecosystem DeploymentHONG KONG , June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At the 2026 Hong Kong International Auto Expo, GAC officially unveiled the "Hong Kong ACTION 2.0" plan upgrade. Under the theme "All New GAC, Going Global," GAC showcased its systematic advancements across energy services, digital ecosystems, and intelligent mobility. Wei Haigang, President of GAC International, emphasized that GAC is not just delivering a car, it is connecting you to a better life every step of the way. In alignment with the Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region's target to build 200,000 charging parking spaces, GAC has taken the lead among Chinese automakers in deploying an energy service ecosystem in Hong Kong. This year, GAC expects to jointly build 22 charging stations equipped with 88 fast-chargers, while achieving interconnectivity across 32 stations and 102 chargers. In collaboration with local operators such as Shell, the GAC International App will integrate over 30 charging stations, prioritizing commercial hubs like Central Plaza and deploying 240kW ultra-fast charging equipment. "Making charging as simple as grabbing a milk tea around the corner," Wei Haigang used this to describe GAC's energy layout. GAC's localized promise is now becoming a tangible reality for Hong Kong citizens. Beyond energy infrastructure, GAC is building a full-cycle mobility ecosystem spanning energy replenishment, digital services, software subscriptions, and mobility solutions. Partnerships with platforms like Ruqi Mobility are being deepened to bring smarter, more diverse travel experiences to Hong Kong residents. From products to services, and from energy to ecosystems, GAC is leveraging Hong Kong as a strategic springboard to accelerate its global ecosystem expansion and drive the high-quality globalization of China's automotive industry. Looking ahead, GAC remains firmly committed to its localized strategy: "In Hong Kong, For Hong Kong; Integrate into Hong Kong, Serve Hong Kong, and Contribute to Hong Kong." Using Hong Kong as its global gateway, GAC will join hands with Hong Kong to embrace greener, smarter mobility for a better life, writing a new chapter in the high-quality global expansion of China's automotive industry.en_prnasisa · laos
BUSINESSJun 18JPMorgan blocks Claude for Hong Kong staff amid US - China AI tensions : ReportJPMorgan has reportedly blocked its Hong Kong staff from using Claude, an AI tool, amidst ongoing US-China tensions concerning artificial intelligence. This action reflects the impact of geopolitical strained relations on corporate operations and technology access.moneycontrol.com · India
BUSINESSJun 18Three Chinese firms kick start bookbuilding for Hong Kong IPO, raising up to $3bThree Chinese pharma and tech companies began their bookbuilding on Thursday for a Hong Kong listing, seeking to raise up to HK$3.49 billion, with a debut scheduled for June 29.thestandard_hk · hong kong
BUSINESSJun 17Hong Kong rolls out new green shipping incentive schemesHong Kong’s Marine Department will introduce two fresh incentive programmes targeting maritime fuel-related vesselsseatrade_maritime · united kingdom
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