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New think tank launched to bridge talent gap in Hong Kong studies
Hong Kong Future Economy Institute’s director says focus on global topics at local universities has led to fewer people researching pressing local issues.
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Hong Kong economy
Early flower blooms in warm weather add to sellers’ woes at festival fairs
15 Feb 2026 - 11:46PM
Hong Kong tourism
Hong Kong visitor arrivals off to strong start in 2026, up 9.6% to 7.23 million
15 Feb 2026 - 11:36PM
Hong Kong economy
From fireworks to racing, how Hong Kong is celebrating the Year of the Horse
Here is your guide to events beginning on February 17 ushering in the new year.
15 Feb 2026 - 4:41PM
A performer dressed as the God of Wealth for Chinese New Year Raceday at Sha Tin Racecourse in 2024. Photo: Dickson Lee
International Property
Year of the Horse kicks off with property mega-deals returning to Asia-Pacific
Large institutional capital is flowing back into Asia-Pacific property, with offices, retail and hotels leading early recovery signs.
15 Feb 2026 - 2:00PM
Hong Kong economy
Flower sales in Hong Kong bloom as Valentine’s Day shoppers splash out on gifts
Some vendors at Mong Kok Flower Market say sales up 20 per cent as shoppers pack area.
14 Feb 2026 - 7:02PM
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Hong Kong tourism
Savvy Hongkongers book 9-day Lunar New Year break for festive trips across Asia
Immigration Department earlier forecast number of trips by residents and visitors alike would reach 11.38 million between February 14 and 23.
14 Feb 2026 - 10:42PM
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Travellers wait in long queues to check in at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong’s West Kowloon arts hub secures HK$3 billion, 10-year loan facility
Deal, together with US$1 billion bond issuance in tranches, will help operator meet financing challenges until property project generates revenue.
13 Feb 2026 - 11:43PM
Hong Kong property
Prince Jewellery director sells upscale Hong Kong flat, upgrades to duplex
Tang Yick-ki swaps his 1,019 sq ft flat in The Cullinan for a 1,593 sq ft duplex in The Waterfront.
13 Feb 2026 - 5:19PM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong diners bid farewell to 80-year-old Honolulu Coffee Shop in Wan Chai
Dozens pack cha chaan teng known for its egg tarts and milk tea ahead of March 1 closure.
13 Feb 2026 - 7:10PM
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Hong Kong tourism
How Hongkongers are using a longer Lunar New Year break for travel
South Korea and Japan also popular as some residents make the most of break by taking two days of leave to enjoy nine consecutive days off.
13 Feb 2026 - 9:27PM
Travellers at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong economy
West Kowloon arts hub seeks US$1 billion in first bond sale to fund operations
Loss-making authority edges closer to bond offering to help sustain operations amid continuing deficits.
12 Feb 2026 - 11:17PM
Hong Kong economy
John Lee vows ‘systematic framework’ to align Hong Kong with nation’s blueprint
In a social media post, chief executive says all officials must have ‘reform mindset’ to ensure Hong Kong’s five-year plan proceeds towards its goals.
12 Feb 2026 - 10:50PM
Hong Kong economy
Bookings up but bottom lines flat for Hong Kong reunion dinners
Seafood chain says bookings for reunion dinners have risen 10 per cent but overall year-on-year earnings for Lunar New Year period could ‘just about balance out’.
12 Feb 2026 - 10:35PM
Banking & finance
Hong Kong banks’ profit growth slows amid rising bad debt, slim margins
Profit growth slows to 7.3 per cent from 8.4 per cent a year earlier as bad loans exceed two-decade average, HKMA says.
12 Feb 2026 - 5:43PM
The headquarters of Standard Chartered Bank and HSBC are seen in Central on March 23, 2025. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong property
Hong Kong tycoon Joseph Lau’s kin sell Mid-Levels flat for US$12.8 million
Entity controlled by Lau’s eldest son Lau Ming-wai and former partner Yvonne Lui turns profit on deal amid firming prices in luxury segment.
12 Feb 2026 - 3:24PM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong braces for 11.38 million trips during Lunar New Year travel rush
Projected figure marks 16 per cent increase from last year, according to Immigration Department.
15 Feb 2026 - 9:37PM
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Vendors upbeat despite rent rises as crowds flock to Lunar New Year fair
From flowers to fai chun, crowds return in force to Victoria Park on the fair’s opening day as the Year of the Horse approaches.
11 Feb 2026 - 9:02PM
Hundreds of shoppers visited the opening day of the Lunar New Year fair at Victoria Park to check out this year’s offerings at 400 stalls. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong economy
Hollywood stars to headline Hong Kong’s first Comic Con
Mads Mikkelsen, Giancarlo Esposito and Christopher Lloyd lined up for Hong Kong Comic Con 2026 to be held from May 29 to 31.
11 Feb 2026 - 7:01AM
Hong Kong tourism
‘Brilliant’ retail and dining revenue gives Hong Kong’s Ngong Ping 360 boost
Operator will introduce cable car night rides for the first time to headline its 20th anniversary celebrations.
10 Feb 2026 - 9:52PM
Hong Kong property
Hong Kong land fetches US$230 million as Chinese developer outbids city rivals
China Overseas Land & Investment beats eight rivals to secure a 50-year lease for a 33,712 sq ft housing plot in Ngau Tau Kok.
10 Feb 2026 - 9:12PM
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Family offices
Hong Kong adds 681 family offices as wealthy shift focus from US: Deloitte
The auditing firm’s survey shows a 25 per cent increase in the city’s single-family offices over two years, with the affluent wary of US volatility.
10 Feb 2026 - 6:55PM
There were an estimated 3,384 single-family offices in Hong Kong by the end of last year. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong politics
Ports row prompts Hong Kong investors to reassess stakes in Panama: John Lee
City leader also says Hong Kong government fully supports Beijing’s intention to safeguard rights of Chinese enterprises.
10 Feb 2026 - 8:40PM
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Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong stepping up as global arbitration hub, deputy justice secretary says
Horace Cheung also confident of city’s investment prospects, while the Indonesian Law Policy Strategy Agency’s Andry Indrady cites Singapore’s strengths.
10 Feb 2026 - 5:20PM
Banking & finance
Mainland China’s investors pour into Hong Kong-listed drug stocks
An index tracking Stock Connect buying of 40 mainland drug firms gains 9 per cent in a week as China’s industry heft grows.
10 Feb 2026 - 4:31PM
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