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Shenzhen–Hong Kong–Guangzhou cluster tops global innovation ranking again

The cluster retained first place among the world’s top 100, while Hong Kong pledged deeper cooperation with Greater Bay Area cities.

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Economy & Business · 8 Sep

Commercial Radio fined HK$120,000 over AM864’s four-year failure to air hourly news and weather reports

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Economy & Business · 7 Sep

Hong Kong to launch Green Accelerator as Science Park announces first startup fund investments

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Economy & Business · 7 Sep

Hong Kong revokes licences of two agencies and guide over alleged coercive shopping

The Travel Industry Authority said it will step up joint inspections with enforcement departments during the National Day Golden Week holiday.

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Economy & Business · 6 Sep

Chan says Hong Kong will continue Belt and Road hub role as ASEAN links grow

Direct investment in ASEAN was reported at US$16.5 billion in an unspecified year, while more than 930 ASEAN and Middle Eastern companies have set up in Hong Kong.

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Economy & Business · 4 Sep

Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel to close for refurbishment from October 12, 2026

Disney Explorers Lodge and Disney’s Hollywood Hotel are expected to remain open while the resort’s flagship hotel undergoes planned improvements.

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Economy & Business · 3 Sep

MTR files High Court claim over alleged HK$340,000-plus rent arrears at OPATRA London’s Sha Tin shop

The railway operator is also seeking interest and the vacant return of the Link Square premises after the outlet reportedly stopped trading in August 2026.

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Economy & Business · 2 Sep

Conghua racecourse activities postponed after mainland risk assessment as Jockey Club reports record football betting

The Club said October events would be rescheduled but did not disclose the risk identified or a new date.

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Economy & Business · 1 Sep

About 33,054 Linzhumai users may be affected by suspected cyberattack

Potentially affected data may include contact details and online shopping order information, while police reported six impersonation scams causing more than HK$300,000 in losses.

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Economy & Business · 1 Sep

Hong Kong retail sales rise 4.5% in July as association chair warns of weak conditions

The increase extended a 15-month growth streak, while online sales and jewellery, watch, clock and valuable-gift sales grew faster than the overall market.

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Economy & Business · 30 Aug

MPFA chair urges early voluntary MPF contributions as projection points to higher retirement savings

Lau Mak-yee says starting sooner and maintaining contributions can strengthen the effects of long-term accumulation and compound growth, according to a 30 August blog post.

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Economy & Business · 28 Aug

Worker groups report 922 labour cases and HK$2.05 million in catering-sector wage claims

The Federation of Trade Unions said its January-to-July caseload involved 1,379 employment-rights issues, while a catering union reported 11 unpaid-wage cases affecting 30 workers.

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Economy & Business · 25 Aug

HK Electric fuel charge to rise by 3.4 cents in September, versus CLP’s 0.1-cent increase

The higher charges take effect on 1 September, while both suppliers are offering temporary relief to some residential customers.

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Economy & Business · 25 Aug

Hong Kong July exports rise 50.7% on AI-related demand despite deficit

Exports reached HK$672.5 billion as imports climbed 41.0% to HK$677.4 billion, according to data released on 25 August.

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Economy & Business · 24 Aug

John Lee pitches Hong Kong as two-way technology gateway at Wan Chai unicorn summit

The Chief Executive said the city could help mainland startups expand overseas while giving international technology companies access to the mainland market.