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Hong Kong’s commerce secretary urges businesses to seek future growth in new markets as he outlines support measures.

11 November 2019

As protectionism increases and the trade conflict between the United States and Mainland China lingers, the threat of recession hangs over Hong Kong’s externally oriented economy. More

Topics: Association & Government, Hong Kong, ASEAN, external trade, sme

Staff-first policy brings rewards

What does it take to become one of the best places to work for in Hong Kong?

04 November 2019

With an average working week of 50 hours, according to a recent UBS survey, many Hong Kong employees feel dissatisfied. More

Topics: Hong Kong, personal development, financial services

VC firm sees golden opportunities

A fund manager entered the Mainland China market on the ground floor to pursue untapped potential.

28 October 2019

Founded in 2002 in Shanghai, Gobi Partners was one of first venture capital (VC) firms to establish itself in Mainland China and currently has 10 offices across Asia, with more than US$1.1 billion in assets under management. More

Topics: Hong Kong, Mainland China, venture capital, start-ups

Italy celebrates Hong Kong links

The city’s growing Italian community commemorates Renaissance polymath Leonardo da Vinci, half a millennium on.

21 October 2019

Hong Kong’s Italian community has grown and is now 5,000-strong. More

Topics: Association & Government, Tourism & Hospitality, Italy, Hong Kong, art, trade

Table-filler app set to expand

This restaurant reservation platform plans to double user numbers and outlets represented over the next 12 months.

14 October 2019

Founded in 2013 in Thailand and established in Hong Kong in 2015, Eatigo helps restaurants fill up empty tables by offering discounts to diners at different times of the day through its mobile app. More

Topics: Food & Beverages, Hong Kong, start-ups, food

Finance hub bright spot for lawyers

As professional services grow in importance for Hong Kong, legal and arbitration services play a critical role.

08 October 2019

Professional services are growing in importance as Hong Kong’s lengthy and continually strengthening role as a bridge between Mainland China and the rest of the world; legal services are no exception. More

Topics: Legal Services, Hong Kong

Taking the boutique route

A sommelier-led bistro-cum-wine bar goes direct to the source to offer vintages rarely found in Hong Kong.

30 September 2019

Co-founded by French sommeliers Romain Loriot and Jean-Benoit Issele, ThinkWine is Hong Kong’s first sommelier-led wine bar and bistro. More

Topics: Food & Beverages, Hong Kong, beverage, food

Treating sub-optimal health

A Hong Kong wellness centre bridges the gap between self-diagnosis and a doctor’s clinic by offering solutions to conditions caused by an unhealthy lifestyle or workplace pressure.

23 September 2019

Born from a desire to improve the healthcare experience, LifeHub addresses the root causes of common lifestyle conditions such as stress, fatigue, low immunity and poor sleep – symptoms that many high-flying executives and office workers have alike. More

Topics: Health & Beauty, Hong Kong, start-ups, health

Understanding world food trends

This Hong Kong-headquartered boutique agency delivers predictions for the food and beverage industry.

16 September 2019

With offices in Hong Kong, London and Singapore, boutique agency Global Food Consulting works with food and drink firms worldwide on everything from creating new retail brands to providing strategic advice to government agencies. More

Topics: Business Management & Consultancy, Food & Beverages, Hong Kong, Food ordering, organic food

New take on duty-free retail

Given a big footfall of world-wise shoppers, a Korean beauty-product retailer at Hong Kong’s airport focuses on customer experience.

09 September 2019

Korean duty-free brand The Shilla hopes to redefine the travel retail experience inside Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) after introducing its series of Beauty&You concept store last year, allowing customers to mix and match combinations of cosmetics and perfume with fashion and accessories. More

Topics: Health & Beauty, Tourism & Hospitality, Hong Kong, Tourism (Travel), beauty

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