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Cross-border payment startup Currenxie secures $10m Series A funding
Cross-border payment startup Currenxie secures $10m Series A funding
The Hong Kong-based firm was founded by Goldman Sachs alumni.
HKEX sees record 26% profit growth to $6.61m in H1
This is thanks to the buoyant IPO market and strong trading volumes amongst others.
‘More aggressive’ Hong Kong investors expect a return of 11.4%
This is a new high, according to Schroders Global Investor Study.
How SG firms can tap GBA opportunities via Hong Kong
Chief Executive Carrie Lam said the city is an “ideal gateway” for businesses.
Hong Kong to further tighten border control measures
This will take effect on 9 August.
Hong Kong’s economic growth slows down as border control remains
The city’s GDP expanded by 7.5% in the second quarter from 7.9% previously.
Gov’t investigates Next Digital Limited over alleged fraud affairs
Clement Chan Kam-wing has been appointed as the inspector for the investigation.
Hong Kong leads race to 'normalcy'
With a score of 96%, Hong Kong is the closest out of 50 areas to pre-pandemic normal.
Hong Kong, Singapore resume talks on travel bubble plans
The travel bubble set in May was postponed after the virus resurgence in Singapore.
Hong Kong intensifies air cargo security
This comes as the International Civil Aviation Organization’s air cargo security policy takes effect.
HK port congestion likely to drive up freight rates
Container spot rates are at a new all-time high at the end of the second quarter.
Hong Kong bans travel from UK anew
UK will be identified as an “extremely high-risk” area, starting 1 July.
Security chief to move up as HK’s no. 2 official
This comes as reports of a cabinet reshuffling arise.
Hong Kong exports likely to grow 15% in 2021
The HKTDC reported export confidence rose for the 5th consecutive quarter.
CapitaLand to launch first RMB fund in Q4
The company has obtained a private equity fund manager status in China.
Hong Kong imposes travel ban on Indonesia
Starting 25 June, Indonesia will be considered as an “extremely high-risk” area.
Wealthy Hong Kongers to reach 831,000 by 2025
The global number of millionaires could go over 84 million in the next five years.
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