Hong Kong

HSBC to roll out HKD-denominated stablecoins in H2 2026

The HKMA granted HSBC a stablecoin issuer licence.
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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.

How will Hong Kong banks handle talent shortage and tight budgets?

Investment analysts and compliance specialists remain most sought after.

DBS Hong Kong improves SME digital account opening across 140 markets

It partnered with Know Your Customer for the AI automated solution.

HSBC sees Hong Kong driving global RMB adoption

Vina Cheung expects RMB to rise to the third most-used global payment currency.

Hong Kong mortgage accounts up 3.6% in Q4 as lower rates trigger demand

Improved affordability might drive new mortgages or refinancing activity.

PAObank rolls out wealth investment service

Customers have access to up to 16 hours of US stock trading sessions.