Hong Kong
Hang Seng and HSBC launch Hong Kong’s first tokenised unlisted gold ETF class
Hang Seng and HSBC launch Hong Kong’s first tokenised unlisted gold ETF class
The tokenised unlisted class will be available on HashKey Exchange
8 hours ago
Hang Seng offers 10-second approval for SME guarantee loans
It can grant loans up to HK$8m.
1 day ago
Hong Kong’s gig workers face loan hurdles despite 95% holding prime credit status
About 82% of gig workers met payment obligations vs 80% of the city’s general population.
1 day ago
DBS Hong Kong to open Treasures Centre in Kowloon
The three-storey place will serve the bank’s affluent clientele.
4 days ago
How can HSBC and StanChart-backed stablecoins change HKD payments?
Different target users may determine whether bank-led tokens gain everyday traction.
5 days ago
Standard Chartered JV to issue HKDAP stablecoin starting Q2 2026
Anchorpoint will adopt a B2B2C model.
HSBC to roll out HKD-denominated stablecoins in H2 2026
The HKMA granted HSBC a stablecoin issuer licence.
Bank of East Asia acquires additional floors in Shanghai tower office
It now owns about 85% of the BEA Finance Tower’s floor area, it said.
Dah Sing Banking Group profit up 20% to $316.45m in 2025
Contribution from the Bank of Chongqing climbed 8% during the year.
Hong Kong digital wallets overtake cards in e-commerce payments
Digital wallets accounted for 41% of all e-commerce transactions.
AEON Credit’s profit climbs 16.9% as impairments and costs fall
Sales growth was due to marketing programmes and tele-marketing activities, it said.
Citi Investor Service appointed ETF custodian of Fullgoal’s first Hong Kong ETF
ETF average daily turnover in Southbound Stock Connect reached HK$3.9b in 2025.
ZA Bank’s Sidney Siu champions compliance by design
Governance isn’t a blocker, it’s a leadership tool.
Ping An Digital Bank unveils new branding reflecting deeper ties to insurer parent
It says it is the first Hong Kong digital bank to offer a full spectrum of insurance services.
Finance hiring gains momentum across key banking segments, report says
Banks prioritise tech and planning roles in hiring push.
How much salary should banking job seekers expect in 2026?
Front office recruitment rose slightly, but risk compliance and legal demand increased.
Dah Sing revamps banking platform for SMEs
It combines remote onboarding, business hubs, fee cuts, and an FX debit card.
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