HONGKONG
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Sets 2.50% Interest Rate for Retail Green Bonds
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has announced a 2.50% interest rate for the fifth interest payment of its retail green bonds series due in 2025.
Animoca Brands Unveils GEN3 Playground Event in Hong Kong to Explore Web3 Innovations
Animoca Brands is set to launch its first consumer Web3 event, GEN3 Playground, at Hong Kong's K11 Musea on November 2, 2024, offering immersive digital experiences.
HKMA and PIF Forge $1 Billion Investment Fund to Boost Hong Kong-Saudi Economic Ties
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority and Public Investment Fund sign an MoU to establish a $1 billion investment fund, focusing on key industries like manufacturing and renewables.
Hong Kong Mortgage Market Faces Decline in September 2024
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reports a significant decline in mortgage applications and loans in September 2024, with a notable drop in financing for both primary and secondary market transactions.
Hong Kong Sees Surge in Negative Equity Residential Mortgage Loans
Hong Kong Monetary Authority reports a significant rise in residential mortgage loans in negative equity, reaching 40,713 cases at the end of September 2024.
HKMA Warns of Fraudulent Websites and Emails Targeting Dah Sing Bank Customers
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues a warning about fraudulent websites and phishing emails targeting Dah Sing Bank customers, urging public vigilance.
Hong Kong Enhances SME Financing Guarantee Scheme Amid Economic Challenges
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announces enhancements to the SME Financing Guarantee Scheme, offering extended loan guarantee periods and new repayment options to support businesses.
HKMC Reports Significant Decline in Profit for First Half of 2024
The Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation Limited (HKMC) announces a notable drop in profit for H1 2024, attributing the decline to adverse property price impacts on its reverse mortgage business.
HKMA and NDRC Collaborate on Seminar to Boost Mainland Enterprises’ Cross-Border Financing in Hong Kong
HKMA and NDRC held a seminar to enhance Mainland enterprises' cross-border financing in Hong Kong, aiming to strengthen offshore debt issuance.
HKMC Releases Social Bonds Allocation Update and Impact Report 2024
The Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation Limited (HKMC) has published its Social Bonds Allocation Update and Impact Report 2024, detailing the allocation and social impact of bonds issued in 2022 and 2023.
HKMA Reports July 2024 Residential Mortgage Survey Results
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) reports a 0.7% increase in mortgage applications for July 2024, along with significant trends in mortgage loans and delinquency ratios.
Hong Kong SFC Endorses Project Ensemble Sandbox for Tokenisation Development
Hong Kong's SFC has launched Project Ensemble Sandbox, marking a significant step in the region's tokenisation development.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Warns Public About Impersonation Scam
The Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation Limited (HKMC) alerts the public to an impersonation scam involving fake loan offers and a fraudulent website.
Hong Kong's Market Growth and Regulatory Strides Highlighted in SFC's Quarterly Report
The SFC's latest quarterly report highlights Hong Kong's market growth, strengthened international ties, and regulatory progress.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Releases Q2 2024 Credit Card Lending Survey Results
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reports a 0.2% decline in total card receivables in Q2 2024, with delinquent and rescheduled ratios slightly increasing.
