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In a bold move aimed at redefining the shopping experience, Hong Kong’s renowned Times Square is preparing to welcome a fresh wave of retail tenants, promising to revitalize the center’s appeal amid evolving consumer preferences. Opening next month, these new…
Louis Vuitton’s Hong Kong branch faces scrutiny following a significant data breach that may have left the personal details of approximately 419,000 customers exposed. Investigation Launched The luxury brand’s Hong Kong office reported a data breach to the…
Patek Philippe, the notable luxury watchmaker, has recently launched its grand store in the heart of Hong Kong, specifically at Queen’s Road. The Store’s Design and Features Stretched over an area of more than 3000 square feet, this new store is designed with…
OCBC Bank (Hong Kong) has embarked on an ambitious journey, establishing a new department dedicated to providing loans for serial entrepreneurs in the bustling city. This strategic move aims to bolster support for the thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in…
As the sun dipped below the skyline, transforming Tsim Sha Tsui into a lively tableau of lights and sounds one Friday evening in mid-June, a curious scene unfolded at Prince Beef Brisket and Offal Noodles. While the neighborhood hummed with the excitement of…
Hong Kong’s newly enacted Stablecoins bill is reshaping the landscape for digital currencies, enhancing transparency and compliance while unlocking avenues for innovation in the digital asset market. This pivotal legislation is drawing considerable attention…
Fast-fashion retailer, Shein, founded in China, has reportedly submitted an application for an initial public offering (IPO) in Hong Kong. This move has been interpreted as a strategic effort to expedite their listing process and to put pressure on the UK’s…
Hong Kong’s football fans were all in a tizzy when the news broke earlier this year that a Cristiano Ronaldo museum is opening in Hong Kong. It has now been confirmed that the CR7 Life Museum will officially open on July 7. Housed within the sixth floor of…
The vibrant culinary scene in Hong Kong has taken another hit as Super Star Seafood Restaurant announced its closure this week. The notice, posted at the restaurant’s last remaining outlet in the Moko shopping centre, highlights the troubling landscape for…
The latest report from the Deutsche Bank Research Institute reveals a significant dip in the average price of city-center apartments in Hong Kong, which now stands at US$25,946 per square meter, a sharp decline from $31,943 in 2020. This shift positions Hong…
Sichuan Rouge, a vibrant new culinary gem, is set to open in early July 2025 at Soundwill Plaza II, Midtown, Causeway Bay. Helmed by renowned Sichuan chef Hu Taiqing and homegrown veteran Kenny Chan, the restaurant aims to showcase the true essence of…
Transaction values in Hong Kong’s commercial property market plummeted to HK$4 billion during the first quarter of 2025, according to the latest report by Savills. This reflects a staggering 42% decline compared to the previous year and amounts to just…
Banks in Hong Kong are stepping up their game with exciting new offerings like mobile virtual cards and dual-currency payment options. As a reflection of this growing competitiveness, the credit and charge card payments market is projected to expand by 6% to…
In a surprising twist for Hong Kong’s real estate landscape, Peter Wong, the former HSBC executive, has been actively investing in the city’s housing market over the past three months. According to Bloomberg, these acquisitions were facilitated through Lion…
In a recent release from the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, the Asian Cities Internationality Index has revealed its latest rankings, ultimately declaring Hong Kong the leading city in Asia with a score of 73.7 out of 100. The dynamic city narrowly…
In the first half of 2025, Hong Kong’s luxury property market has seen a surge in activity, primarily driven by an influx of distressed units sold at attractive prices. This situation has piqued the interest of affluent buyers, eager to seize the opportunity…
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