Hong Kong, Singapore square off in race to become world’s gold trading hub
Hong Kong and Singapore have crossed swords over their ambitions to be the world’s gold trading hub, but…
Hong Kong considers raising MPF contributions after 13-year freeze on thresholds
Hong Kong’s workers and employers may have to pay more into the Mandatory Provident Fund, as the pension…
In China’s vision for a ‘powerhouse’ stock market, it’s slow and steady over boom and bust
China’s high-level policymakers have reiterated the need to defuse financial risks and root out political corruption, two of…
Warning over screen time and chatbots as number of depressed hits record high
One in three Hong Kong adults have moderate to severe symptoms of depression, almost triple the rate from…
Hong Kong unveils incentives to attract gold refiners and boost global hub plan
Hong Kong will roll out targeted measures to attract precious metals companies as part of broader efforts to…
China’s sovereign debt is becoming a strategic alternative to US Treasuries: economist
China’s sovereign debt is emerging as a strategic alternative to US Treasuries as global investors look for geopolitical…
‘Blood moon’ set to rise over Hong Kong but clouds, rain may get in the way
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Can China’s roaring trade engine power the yuan’s challenge to the US dollar?
In the run-up to this year’s ‘two sessions’ – the annual meetings of China’s top legislature and political…
Hong Kong’s budget surplus masks mounting structural deficit
The Hong Kong government has squezed out an estimated surplus for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026,…
Explainer | How TCM’s ‘miracle pill’ is used to treat strokes, but experts urge caution
This series is based on our reporting on TCM: its history, treatments and growing acceptance around the world.…
No Exchange Fund withdrawal in next 5 years after latest transfers: Paul Chan
Hong Kong does not plan to make another transfer from its Exchange Fund in the next five years,…
Cultural clash: K-pop superstar G-Dragon divides China fans with ‘Lunar New Year’ greetings
K-pop superstar G-Dragon ignited the ire of Chinese netizens with his choice of “Lunar New Year” greetings during…