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Breaking news and analysis on Hong Kong's economy and the companies that operate in the city, including its GDP, economic outlook, impact of the coronavirus outbreak, macroeconomic indicators, the local government finance and budget, retail sales, consumption, employment and monetary policy.
Keith Li (right) says he will rebuild the data left by David Webb (left), who died in January. Photo: SCMP
Hong Kong science and tech

Tech innovator uses AI to rebuild David Webb’s Hong Kong database

Keith Li says he wants to bring database into the modern era using AI ‘and shake off 27 years of tech debt’.

Hong Kong property

BTS bump? Hong Kong’s hotels set for bonanza from pop superstars’ world tour

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Asean

Opinion | How Hong Kong can unlock the real value of its Asean trade boom

HKEX

Exclusive | HKEX to launch debate over extending trading hours despite pushback, sources say

The discussion paper could pave the way for Hong Kong’s bourse operator to introduce longer opening times, helping it attract global investors.

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Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing is considering extending trading hours to sharpen the city’s competitiveness as a financial centre. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong society

As I see it | Hong Kong is no longer a Western playground – and it’s not looking back

Stephen Roach and his like-minded critics should let go of their fantasy of a bygone era. The city has already moved on.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s 5-year plan: what’s at stake?

With Hong Kong’s leader expected to unveil the city’s first five-year plan in September following a two-month public consultation, the South China Morning Post examines how the financial hub can deliver on its game-changing ambitions and what is at stake.

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Hong Kong

In Focus | Why does Hong Kong need a 5-year plan – and will it curb its free-market economy?

As Hong Kong embraces long-term planning for the first time, economists and officials debate whether strategic state guidance can coexist with its open, market-led economy.

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Hong Kong property

Hong Kong property recovery faces new risk as Beijing widens offshore tax net

Potential taxation of offshore property income could curb mainland demand, while weaker insurance activity hits decentralised office markets.

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Wealth management

Rich Hongkongers rank travel over real estate in shifting life goals: survey

Immersive travel and early retirement rank above real estate on the priority list of wealthy individuals, according to a new report.

Malaysia

New Hong Kong trade office in Malaysia a bridge to Greater Bay Area: minister

Commerce chief Algernon Yau calls launch of Economic and Trade Office in Kuala Lumpur ‘highly strategic move’.

Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Algernon Yau at the opening ceremony for the office. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong property

Wharf firms up balance sheet as Hong Kong sales cushion profit slump

‘Our first choice is investment in Hong Kong’s property sector’, while mainland China lacks ‘good opportunities’, chairman says.

Revenue from Wharf’s Hong Kong development properties nearly tripled in the first half, with operating profit rising more than fivefold. Photo: Eugene Lee
Macau

SCMP signs 3 MOUs in Malaysia to deepen Hong Kong-Asean regional cooperation

South China Morning Post among delegation signing agreements in Kuala Lumpur to unite policy research, journalism and business networks across Asia.

Frederick Ma Si-hang

Hong Kong, Malaysia set for ‘deeper ties in semiconductor making, other sectors’

Trade Development Council chairman Frederick Ma makes comment as he joins Hong Kong’s biggest delegation to Malaysia to date for conference.

Hong Kong property

The View | Hong Kong hotel sector recovery elusive for unprepared investors

An uneven rebound is favouring established operators as tight supply constraints raise the barriers to entry.

The communal lounge at YOT Hub, located in the Regal Oriental Hotel, in Kowloon City. The youth hostel features 80 rooms for Hong Kong permanent residents aged 18 to 31. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

72% of Hong Kong professionals regularly use AI, double global average: survey

But HKUST study also finds that junior employees harbour deeper anxiety over job security amid AI’s growing adoption.

About 72.7 per cent of respondents said they used AI tools at work on a daily or weekly basis, compared with a global average of 31 per cent cited in a 2025 KPMG study. Photo: Sam Tsang
Banking & finance

In Focus | Beijing hits super-rich with 20% offshore tax. What does it mean for Hong Kong?

For decades, Hong Kong has prospered by managing the wealth of Asia’s elite. Will that change as China introduces tougher offshore tax policies?

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Hong Kong politics

Opinion | John Lee is right about local governance. Now he must deliver

Fixing Hong Kong’s district management in the wake of the devastating Tai Po fire is the next test for the chief executive.

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Hong Kong society

Youth membership in Hong Kong uniformed groups drops 8% over 5 years

Low birth rates contribute to decline despite steady government funding, prompting some lawmakers to call for KPIs to ensure prudent spending.

The Home and Youth Affairs Bureau currently grants recurrent subsidies to 11 uniformed youth groups. Photo: Eugene Lee
China property

Derelict cinema on scenic Hong Kong island has a US$1 million price tag

Peng Chau Cinema was once a bustling nightspot but has lain virtually empty for almost four decades and is now set to go under the hammer.

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Hong Kong society

How are Hong Kong restaurants faring 1 month into the dog-friendly scheme?

Scheme has stoked controversy online but situation on the ground is not as bad, one industry expert says.

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Paul Chan

Mega-events drive HK$5.8 billion spending in first half of year, Paul Chan says

Finance chief says more than 1.75 million people attended over 130 events from January to June, calling Hong Kong ‘an event capital’ rich in culture, arts and sports.

Fans of Inter Milan celebrate during the Hong Kong Football Festival friendly match against Manchester City at Kai Tak Stadium on August 1. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong politics

5-year plan to create more jobs, help young people with housing: John Lee

City leader says government is paying close attention to youth employment, while Northern Metropolis presents opportunity for bigger homes.

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Chief Executive John Lee (centre) attends the second town hall on his policy address 2026 and Hong Kong’s first five-year plan. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society

Opinion | Hong Kong’s 5-year plan can’t just be a laundry list

Repackaging familiar initiatives is not enough – city leaders must deliver clear directions, tangible targets and real accountability.

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Hong Kong sports

Editorial | A stacked sporting calendar gives Hong Kong the winning edge

From high-profile football to world fencing action, major events are serving up real social and economic rewards.

Foreign domestic workers in Hong Kong

Hong Kong employer groups call for helper wage freeze, warn of mass sackings

‘Many employers are themselves out of work or facing pay cuts or pay freezes,’ group representative says.

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Domestic helpers in Tsuen Wan. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Mainland China

Hong Kong commerce chief to lead joint local and mainland delegation to Malaysia

Algernon Yau says about 200 mainland enterprises have already set up offices in the city since last year to expand globally.

Hong Kong commerce chief Algernon Yau will lead a delegation of mainland Chinese and local firms to Malaysia. Photo: May Tse
Education in Hong Kong

CUHK chief urges more funds for campuses in Northern Metropolis university town

Dennis Lo says the government’s HK$10 billion loan scheme is inadequate and local universities must expand to meet future challenges and compete globally.

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Banking & finance

Don’t panic: China says 20% offshore insurance tax does not target Hong Kong

Beijing urged the market not to overreact to the policy – which it stressed was not new – after reports of the tax triggered a sell-off in Hong Kong.

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