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Founder: Li Ka-shing  Founded: 1950 (Cheung Kong Industries) Headquarters: Hong Kong  Industry: Conglomerate (Real Estate, telecommunications, retail, ports) Services: Infrastructure, telecommunications, retail operations Cheung Kong Industries’ first IPO listing in 1972 facilitated significant expansion in the real estate sector. In 1979, the company acquired Hutchison Whampoa, paving the way for its market entry into global ports, telecommunications and the retail sector. In 2015, the company was restructured into CK-Hutchison-Holdings and CK Asset Holdings on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Its achievements include: - Being the largest independent operator of ports globally. - Being a significant player in global telecommunications and retail sectors. To discover how your SME can achieve similar growth through capital markets, join our next IPO3 event on: 📆4 June 2024 ⏰9:00am to 1:00pm Discover how to: 1. Maximise your business valuation. 2. Generate immediate cash for future profit. 3. Sustain the growth of your business post-IPO. Register via this link to secure your seats: https://lnkd.in/grARzd8U WhatsApp us at +65 82227413 for enquiries.

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🌟 Is Hong Kong Still the 'Pearl of the Orient'?: A Market Overview 🔍 Why it matters: Hong Kong stands as a beacon of opportunity, drawing global investors with its robust economic prospects and dynamic business landscape. Despite recent challenges, its resilience and adaptability make it a compelling destination for investment and expansion. 📊 By the Numbers: With a GDP of $2 trillion USD and a population of 80 million, the Greater Bay Area presents immense potential for growth and collaboration. Hong Kong's strategic location and reputation as a leading financial center further bolster its appeal, while key sectors like tech, logistics, and hospitality continue to flourish. 🔑 Among the Key Reasons: Government support and a burgeoning startup ecosystem drive innovation across industries, from AI and biotech to e-commerce and digital entertainment. The city's diverse opportunities cater to a wide range of businesses, offering a platform for sustained growth and development. 🗣️ What they're Saying: "Hong Kong's resilience amid geopolitical and economic uncertainties underscores its status as a global business hub. The city's ability to adapt and innovate positions it as a prime destination for investors seeking long-term success." 💡 The Intrigue: Amid tensions and challenges, the development of the Greater Bay Area presents a unique opportunity for Hong Kong to leverage its strengths and foster collaboration within a dynamic economic region. As businesses navigate the evolving landscape, partnerships and strategic investments are key to unlocking the city's full potential. What do you think? Weigh in below. #HongKong #InvestmentOpportunities #APAC

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Hongkong Land Limited and its luxury retail tenants will invest over US$1 billion (HK$7.8 billion) in the LANDMARK project in Central, Hong Kong. Hongkong Land Limited will contribute US$400 million (HK$3.1 billion) to upgrade its LANDMARK retail portfolio, with an additional US$600 million (HK$4.7 billion) expected from retail tenants such as Cartier, CHANEL, Christian Dior Couture, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Prada Group, and others. The investment aims to enhance Central as a premier luxury destination and meet growing demand for retail space. The project will create 10 multi-storey Maison destinations, expanding luxury brand retail areas to over 220,000 sq. ft. (21,000 sq. m.) and providing enhanced services and amenities for clients. It will also introduce new F&B concepts and increased space, including al fresco dining and Michelin-starred restaurants. The transformation will proceed in phases, beginning in the third quarter of 2024, and maintain operations throughout. Sustainability measures include the use of green building materials and aiming for high environmental certifications. The transformation supports Central's status as a luxury retail hub and reinforces Hongkong Land Limited's market leadership. Read more on RETalk Asia: https://lnkd.in/dkSCHjQN COMMO The ASEAN Developer Hongkong Land Limited #LandmarkHK #HongkongLand #luxuryretail #CentralHK #luxurybrands #retailexpansion #luxurydestination #sustainability #greenbuilding #MichelinRestaurants

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Hong Kong is actively embracing family offices, and efforts to attract foreign capital are bearing fruit. It was wonderful to hear from Jason Fong, Global Head of Family Office at Invest Hong Kong, on the city's distinctive advantage in art investment, along with emerging opportunities in Middle East and ASEAN countries, particularly Indonesia. Paul Ho, Financial Services Tax Partner at EY, suggested that the authorities review the current tax exemption framework to expand investment options for family offices. Many thanks to Wayne Lau, Chairman of the Taxation Committee, for moderating the event! #HKGCC #HongKong #HongKongBusiness #TaxSystem #Investment #FamilyOffices #WealthManagement #ASEAN #MiddleEast

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Survey has revealed that Fukui Prefecture is the most popular travel destination for Japanese people during this year's Golden Week. The main cause was analyzed to be the extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen. Fukui Prefecture is home to many famous scenic spots, as well as temples and shrines that are designated as important cultural properties. Yes, there are many tourist spots. In addition to these tourism resources, Fukui Prefecture has developed new tourism resources. It's a dinosaur. They created dinosaur-related spots such as a dinosaur museum. Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture is known for having Japan's largest dinosaur fossil excavation site. #fukui #dinosaurjapan #fukuipref. #saightseeingspotfukui #traveldestinationjapan #tourismresourcesjapan #hokurikujapan #hokurikushinkansen #glodenweekjapan

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As Singapore continues to evolve as a dynamic city, so do the different trends that shape its urban landscape. One such trend is the rise of mixed-use developments in recent years. In the first five months of 2024, more than 50 per cent of government land sales (GLS) sites were awarded for mixed-use purposes. What is fueling this trend? What are three main things that buyers need to consider, if they are interested to find out more about mixed-used developments? Debra Teng, Group Associate Director from real estate firm, OrangeTee. shares her thoughts. #singaporeproperty #sgproperty #propertysg #singaporealestate #sgrealestate #propertiesinsingapore #investinsingaporeproperty #buypropertyinsingapore #sellpropertyinsingapore #condosingapore #newlaunchsg #singaporepropertyinvestment

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❯❮ 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐞 ❯❮ The first-ever Hong Kong Performing Arts Expo (HKPAX) is about more than just the works you might see onstage. It is about the connections and exchanges of ideas that occur amidst the artistic experiences. It seems fitting then, that HKPAX is channelling the spirit Hong Kong is historically known for: being a meeting point for global cultures to come together, mingle, and explore possibilities. And from 14 to 18 October 2024, arts practitioners from around the world, together with their counterparts in Hong Kong and China, will be doing just that. HKPAX’s lineup, made up of over 60 performances and talks, looks set to offer something for everyone. The International Showcases and Pitch Sessions are opportunities for touring performances to capture a whole new audience. Meanwhile, the exciting potential for cultural exchange will be brought to life by a series of co-created performances between international and Hong Kong artists. Complementing these, is a whole slate of leadership talks, forums, and sharing sessions - all aimed at giving an overview of how the arts are evolving in various parts of the world, and what we might learn from each other. For HKPAX executive director Heidi Chu, nurturing long-lasting relationships is the ultimate aim. “We want to bridge cultures, ignite creativity, and foster meaningful connections through the arts. Our paramount mission is to create an inclusive platform where artists from around the globe can showcase the richness of diverse expressions. Together, we hope to pave the way for impactful collaborations that resonate far beyond the confines of HKPAX.” Early bird discounts for HKPAX passes and booths are available until 14 July. Click link in bio to register now! =============================== Act & Interact ❯❮ 演藝互動 Follow us 緊貼消息 ❯❮ @hkpax.official (FB/IG/Linkedin/WeChat) =============================== #HKPAX #EarlyBirdDiscount #ArtEvent #ArtExpo #CultureCollaboration #HongKongPerformingArtsExpo #culturalexchange #touring #performingarts #culturaldialogues #crosscultural

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#KnightFrank launches the latest #HongKongMonthly report. The Hong Kong Island Grade A #office market continued to face weak demand amid economic uncertainty while the Kowloon office market saw a significant rebound in leasing transactions. Following the government's scrapping of the property-cooling measures in late February, the #residential sector is teetering on the cusp of recovery. Hong Kong’s #retail market continued to be in the doldrums as the trend of residents heading north for shopping and leisure intensified. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/g33a_QCJ #officemarket #retailtrends #realestate #property #YourPartnersinProperty Martin Wong Lucia Leung

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Kleos: Latest update on e-HKD! "The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is pushing ahead with the next phase of its experiment with retail e-HKD, or central bank digital currency (CBDC), after gaining insight into its potential uses during a six-month pilot programme that concluded in October last year." #fintech #hkma #cbdc #digitalassets #regulatory 

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In Japan, an "Akiya" refers to an empty house, often abandoned or left uninhabited due to various reasons such as population decline, urbanization, or inheritance issues. These empty houses have become a significant social and economic problem in Japan, particularly in rural areas where the population is aging and declining. Mr Hideki Yano FRICS, general manager at real estate company ES-CON Japan elaborates more in this modus article: https://lnkd.in/g5Ps_eAN More interesting articles can be found at our MODUS online publication and we invite RICS members to be a part of this growing portal #RICS #RICSAPAC #RICSJapan

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Today, Aadi and Thong interview Zita Wong, a visionary entrepreneur from Macau, who is revolutionising marketing with her innovative gamification strategies. Zita believes that traditional marketing tools, such as video ads and social media advertisements, often fail to engage audiences, as viewers quickly skip or swipe through them. In this exclusive interview, discover how Zita's unique approach integrates games, marketing, and psychology to help businesses achieve organic growth. Learn about her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges she faced, and her ambitions for the future. Youtube: https://lnkd.in/gK7_Vgx6 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gyqYgy_J #Entrepreneur #Marketing #Gamification #BusinessGrowth #MarketingStrategies #InnovativeMarketing #DigitalMarketing #businesssuccess #podca 

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We are thrilled to announce that Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group has achieved remarkable success, securing a coveted position in the Leaders Table of the Institutional Investor 2024 Asia (ex-Japan) Executive Team Rankings. Furthermore, we are honoured to have received multiple accolades at the prestigious 10th Investor Relations Awards organised by the Hong Kong Investor Relations Association.   These accolades underscore our steadfast commitment to strong corporate governance practices and our dedication to providing timely, transparent, and effective disclosures. As the Most Honoured Company, we attained top positions in seven sub-categories at the Institutional Investor’s 2024 All-Asia Executive Team Rankings in the Consumer/Discretionary sector.   In addition, we are proud to have been recognised with the Best IR Company, Best IR Team, and Best Annual Report awards at the Hong Kong Investor Relations Association's 10th Investor Relations Awards 2024. These recognitions reflect our relentless efforts in upholding best practices and standards.   Looking ahead, we remain focused on maintaining transparency in our disclosures and fostering a continual dialogue with capital market stakeholders. We are committed to providing regular updates on our performance and business strategies, driving long-term sustainable value creation for all our stakeholders. #CTFJ #ChowTaiFookJewellery #InvestorRelations #RemarkableSuccess #Leadership #Transparency #Excellence #SustainableValueCreation

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The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) announced the establishment of the Project Ensemble Architecture Community designed to shape standards and provide suggestions to support the development of Hong Kong’s tokenisation market alongside the industry. The HKMA has announced that the Community will:  ➡️ Develop a set of industry standards to support interoperability among wholesale CBDC #wCBDC, tokenised money and tokenised assets;  ➡️ Make recommendations on specific topics, initially focusing on setting up a mechanism to support seamless interbank settlement of tokenised deposit through wCBDC for tokenised asset transactions; and  ➡️ Assist in the design and implementation of the Project Ensemble Sandbox projected to launch by mid-2024 to facilitate further research and testing of tokenisation use cases. 💡 Read Plenitude’s latest paper, ‘Beyond Digital Assets: Understanding the compliance risks and considerations of Tokenisation’, to gain insights into the essential compliance and regulatory considerations for tokenisation projects: https://lnkd.in/enRqPtbP 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ejTZquZC

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"Discussion & Innovative Thoughts on HK Housing" Housing issues are the most important issues in Hong Kong’s people’s livelihood policies. All successive chief executives and governments have made this the most important policy arrangement. Over the years, various parties have proposed many proposals, such as the development of simple public housing, the development of the northern metropolitan area, land reclamation on Lantau tomorrow, various methods to speed up applicants to move into public housing, encouraging public housing tenants to hand over their homes, and subsidizing the sale of houses. Arrangements, etc., the government also regularly updates the long-term housing strategy, and various civil society organizations and think tanks also often make suggestions. -             What are the core issues of living in Hong Kong? -             Can each policy address specific problem areas? -             Can the current policy arrangements be integrated to solve Hong Kong’s housing and housing problems? -             Are there any innovative ways to improve the quantity and quality of housing, and use innovative thinking to make breakthrough proposals and practices? Through this sharing and engagement, we hope that all participants can have deep communication, can be empowered by gathering knowledge, ideas and opinions, and together can act as think-tank and do-tank to create a development roadmap and better future for Hong Kong. Register Now https://lnkd.in/g3nGrsSD ~~ "Discussion & Innovative Thoughts on HK Housing: Development, Trends and Innovation in Hong Kong’s Housing and Property Market" Insight Sharing Wing-ching Shih -             Founder, Centaline Property -             Founder, AM730 -             Former Member, Hong Kong Housing Authority Date: 11th Jul, 2024 (Thur) Time: 7:00pm ~~ "Discussion & Innovative Thoughts on HK Housing: Living Arrangement of Grassroot & Middle Class Living and the Solution thru Social Innovation Thinking" Lai-Shan Sze 施麗珊 -             Deputy Director, SoCO -             Former Committee Member, Commission on Poverty Date: 9th Jul, 2024 (Tue) Time: 7:00pm ~~ "Discussion & Innovative Thoughts on HK Housing: Living Arrangement of Grassroot & Middle Class Living and the Solution thru Social Innovation Thinking" Frederick Fung - Former Member, Legislative Council - Former Member, Housing Authority - Online Radio Commentator Date: 6th Jul, 2024 (Sat) Time: 2:00pm ~~ Event Detail Venue: 5/F., United Centre, 95 Queeensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong Language: -             Sharing: Cantonese -             Dialogue & Q&A: Cantonese, English & Mandarin Remark: Refreshments will be provided at the event

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https://lnkd.in/gQp3437y Firstly, let's discuss the recent developments involving Hoshino Resorts' Tomamu in Hokkaido. The property, previously owned by Shanghai Fosun Group, was recently sold to "YCH16 LLC," a company established just earlier this year. This transaction has sparked widespread curiosity and speculation. Despite YCH16 LLC having a capital of only 140,000 yen, it managed to acquire a significant asset, raising many questions. Rumors on the internet suggest that the company might be backed by Singaporean funds, potentially involving Chinese money laundering activities or other motives. Further investigation and verification are needed to uncover the truth, and we will keep an eye on future developments. Next, let's look at the latest dynamics in the French elections. President Emmanuel Macron's ruling coalition faced a significant setback in the first round of voting, trailing behind the far-right party National Rally (RN). To prevent the formation of a right-wing cabinet, the ruling coalition has started integrating candidates with the left-wing alliance to collectively counter RN. The election outcome remains unpredictable, with the focus on whether RN can secure a majority of the seats. The voter turnout exceeded 60%, reflecting a high level of public political engagement. Now, let's discuss the latest developments in the yen exchange rate. On July 2, the yen-dollar exchange rate reached 161 yen per dollar, marking a new low in approximately 37 and a half years. The yen's depreciation is primarily driven by supply and demand factors, with individual investors showing strong interest in U.S. stocks, leading to selling pressure on the yen. Market expectations suggest that the yen may continue to decline slowly, which will have significant implications for the Japanese economy and international trade, warranting close monitoring. Lastly, let's address a concerning incident involving a hacking attack. Kadokawa Publishing was hacked last month, resulting in the leak of guest appearance fees and personal information from N High School, which has been uploaded online. The hacker group claims to have released new information, adding a new download link on the dark web on July 2. They are demanding ransom payments to stop further data disclosure, threatening to release all data if the ransom is not paid by July 1. This incident underscores the critical importance of information security, reminding both businesses and individuals to enhance their protective measures.

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🌟 Hong Kong Start-up Weekly Highlights 🚀 1️⃣HKMA's Second Experiment with Retail e-HKD 🏦 The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is moving ahead with the next phase of its retail e-HKD experiment to promote financial innovation and efficiency. This phase will explore deeper technological, business, and legislative aspects, potentially transforming mortgage pricing and disbursement. Financial institutions are also eyeing the vast potential for tokenised assets, estimated at HK$36 trillion (US$4.6 trillion), enhancing liquidity and accessibility.  🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gRQDphHT 2️⃣China Boosts Semiconductor Sector with $47.5 Billion Fund 📊 China has launched its third state-backed investment fund, worth 344 billion yuan ($47.5 billion), to bolster its semiconductor industry amid increasing US export controls. The fund aims to enhance self-sufficiency in semiconductors, focusing on chip manufacturing equipment and other strategic areas. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eTmNQ7tz 3️⃣BEYOND Expo in Macao: The CES of APAC 🌏 BEYOND Expo 2024 in Macao aims to bridge the tech gap between East and West, focusing on healthcare, climate, and consumer tech. The event featured innovations like flying cars and Tesla’s Cybertruck, attracting global tech leaders and investors. This year, new additions like the Asia-LatAm Forum and SheTech stage showcased diverse and inclusive innovations. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gFPZNhcS 4️⃣Aspire Expands Financial Services to Hong Kong 🌟 Singapore-based fintech firm Aspire has secured a Money Service Operator license in Hong Kong, marking its entry into the territory. This move aligns with Aspire's strategy to meet the region's growing demand for integrated financial solutions. The firm, backed by major investors like Sequoia and Tencent, aims to support local businesses with services ranging from international payments to payment gateway solutions.  🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/g2UQu6uk 5️⃣HK as Launch Pad for San Francisco Firms 🚀 Financial Secretary Paul Chan promoted Hong Kong as a strategic launch pad for San Francisco firms aiming to enter the Asian market. Highlighting similarities and differences between the San Francisco Bay Area and the Greater Bay Area, Chan emphasised Hong Kong's advantages in financial markets and talent attraction. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/ghRPX8ea 📱 Stay tuned for more updates on Hong Kong's dynamic start-up scene! Read more in our next highlight. 🚀  #eHKD #DigitalCurrency #FinancialInnovation #BEYONDExpo #TechInnovation #APACTech #Aspire #FinancialServices #HongKong

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🔵 | How The Emotional Gap Affects Investments in Hong Kong Emotions like fear and greed can significantly impact investment decisions, leading to impulsive choices that draw down returns. Have a read of our new article which lists proven strategies help avoid common behavioural mistakes https://lnkd.in/ghG7myFX #Behaviouralfinance

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