Hong Kong SMEs’ business confidence at highest level since pandemic
Ten of the 11 major industry indices, except for finance and insurance, surged in the second quarter.
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Top 9 Chinese cities with most companies in algorithms and computing power
Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen are the top three Chinese cities with most companies strong in algorithms and computing power, according to a report by Hurun.
G7 to actively promote reskilling of workers
The statement, adopted at the G7 labour and employement ministers’ two-day meeting, positioned the reskilling of workers at the centre of “investment in human capital.”
Hong Kong’s jobless rate falls to 3.1% as decline continues
Total employment increased by about 3,900 to 3,654,100 while the labour force also rose by around 3,200 to 3,769,200.
Asian Development Bank operations cross $20.5 billion mark in 2022
The $20.5 billion comprised loans and guarantees, grants, equity investments, and technical assistance provided to governments and the private sector.
‘Happy HK’ campaign launched to stimulate consumption
The campaign will kick off with a Movie Day activity, where residents, with the support of the Hong Kong Theatres Association, can watch films for HK$30 (US$3.82) at any theatre…
Shanghai, Beijing, Zhejiang top 3 in disposable income
China's per capita disposable income stood at 10,870 yuan in the first quarter of 2023, up 5.1 per cent year-on-year in nominal terms, according to data from the National Bureau…
Why does sustainable finance matter?
Sustainable finance has emerged as a critical issue in the global financial landscape as investors are increasingly shifting towards assets with positive social impact.
China’s retirees relishing a return to work
Data from the seventh national census, the number of people who were 60 or older in China in 2020 stood at 264.02 million, of which 147.39 million were in the 60-69 age bracket.
EU Chips Act potential boon for Korean parts makers: Ministry
South Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy said the envisioned law would likely create more competition, but that it would have minimal impact on Korean chipmakers for…