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A laptop showing an abstract payment page, a red warning triangle in front and an unbranded payment card on a light background warn of fake payment websites.

HKMA warns of fraudulent website related to Mastercard: payment-brand impersonation risks for business staff

The HKMA warns of a fraudulent website related to Mastercard. Review payment-brand impersonation risks for business staff and official help channels for affected people.

Two group company buildings with property and share-transfer symbols, showing a proposed ownership threshold reduction from 90% to 75%, not a tax rate; proposal not yet law.

Hong Kong proposes wider intra-group stamp duty relief: ownership threshold to fall from 90% to 75%

Hong Kong proposes to lower the ownership threshold for intra-group stamp duty relief from 90% to 75% and widen association criteria. Review the proposal and pending legislative timetable.

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Hong Kong consults stakeholders on proposed arbitration law reform

Hong Kong’s Department of Justice is consulting stakeholders on proposed Arbitration Ordinance amendments until 27 October 2026. The proposals are not yet law.

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Hong Kong to Open Applications for 321 Vacant Fixed Hawker Pitches on 6 October

FEHD will open applications for 321 vacant fixed hawker pitches from 6 to 26 October 2026. Explore locations and key operating considerations; applications are not yet open.

An editorial document headed “2026 Policy Address” points to a proposed market-assessment information power, with a prominent “LEGCO CONSULTATION PLANNED” status and “NOT LAW · NO NEW DUTY YET” warning; it does not depict an official notice or request.

Hong Kong Proposes Information-Gathering Powers for Competition Commission Market Assessments

The 2026 Policy Address proposes consulting LegCo on compulsory information-gathering for Competition Commission market assessments. It is not yet law.

Two horizontal bars compare the previous 2028 overall manpower-shortage projection of approximately 180,000 with the updated projection of approximately 130,000 on the same scale. A large label says “2028 forecast, not current headcount”; a separate lower section shows skilled technical and service/sales roles together at about 60% of the projected shortage and a distinct clerical-support surplus of 25,000–30,000.

Hong Kong’s 2028 Manpower Shortage Projection Revised to Around 130,000

Hong Kong’s mid-term update projects an overall manpower shortage of around 130,000 by 2028, with differing pressures across occupations.

A status graphic shows auctions starting on 7 October 2026, fairs open from 31 January to 6 February 2027, and stall counts of 939 wet goods, 599 dry goods and 26 fast food, with a clear label that auctions are scheduled and stalls are not yet allocated.

2027 Chinese New Year Fair Stall Auctions: What Traders Can Assess Before Attending

FEHD will auction 2027 Chinese New Year fair stalls from 7 October 2026. Fourteen fairs run 31 January to 6 February 2027. Stalls are not yet allocated.

Three data cards show credit-card transactions up 12.2% year on year with HK$286.5 billion in value, local retail value of 65.2% versus overseas retail value of 31.8%, and 90.38 million SVF accounts with HK$33.8 billion in online payments, accompanied by warnings that these are different datasets and not unique users.

Hong Kong Q2 2026 Payment Data: Card and SVF Transaction Counts Rise as Values Diverge

HKMA Q2 2026 data show rising card and SVF transaction counts, divergent values and key payment-channel figures for business review.

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Hong Kong Signs First Protocol Amending ASEAN Investment Agreement

Hong Kong signed the First Protocol amending its ASEAN Investment Agreement. Businesses should review reservations, sector scope and timing before relying on it.

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HKMA Sets Base Rate at 4.25%: What SMEs Should Review in Financing and Cash Flow

HKMA set Hong Kong’s Base Rate at 4.25% on 17 September 2026. Key SME checks include rate-reset terms, facility maturity, interest-cost scenarios and liquidity buffers.

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RAISe+ fourth round opens: university–business research collaboration opportunities

Hong Kong’s fourth RAISe+ round closes on 30 October 2026. Eligible universities apply; businesses can assess research partnerships and commercialisation fit.

Editorial illustration of a Hong Kong SME storefront and AI laptop connected to four visual support clusters representing matching AI and cybersecurity support, BUD support for AI projects, advisory and training, and AI skills courses; a banner states that implementation details are pending.

2026 Policy Address update: four AI support pillars for Hong Kong SMEs

Hong Kong's 2026 Policy Address confirms four SME AI support pillars covering matching subsidies, targeted BUD funding, HKPC advisory support and AI skills training.

Editorial data graphic with a Q2 2026 provisional bar and two cards: manufacturing output volume +2.3% year on year and producer prices +13.1% year on year.

Hong Kong manufacturing output rises 2.3%, producer prices 13.1%: reading supplier quotations in context

Hong Kong’s provisional Q2 2026 manufacturing data show output up 2.3% and producer prices up 13.1%. What the figures do—and do not—say about supplier quotes.

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Mid-Autumn and National Day Golden Week: operational questions Hong Kong businesses can assess early

With more visitors expected during two Mainland holiday periods, Hong Kong businesses can review staffing, deliveries, stock, bookings and customer service.

Hong Kong Intellectual Property Academy targeted to commence in Q4 2026: workforce signals for businesses

Hong Kong’s planned Intellectual Property Academy is targeted for Q4 2026. See what businesses can assess now while awaiting programme details.

Editorial infographic showing a refrigerated truck crossing a simplified Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge within a day-to-night 24-hour clock, surrounded by icons for fruit and vegetables, aquatic products, poultry and meat, eggs and milk; labels state that operating hours change from 16 to 24 hours from 0:00 on 1 October 2026 and that document checks, vehicle inspections and sampling remain.

Hong Kong to Extend HZMB Operating Hours for Designated Fresh Food Imports to 24 Hours

From 1 October 2026, designated fresh food imports through the Hong Kong Port of the HZMB will have 24-hour operating access. Businesses should review scheduling, cold-chain capacity and handovers.

Editorial illustration of a Hong Kong residential building with proposed major-maintenance quorum tiers of 10%, 15% and 20% at average works values per unit of HK$30,000, HK$80,000 and HK$120,000, plus proxy-control and interest-declaration symbols and an 11 September 2026 consultation deadline; the proposals are marked not passed or effective.

Proposed Building Management Ordinance amendments: what stakeholders may need to assess before 11 September

Hong Kong is consulting on proposed Building Management Ordinance amendments covering major works, proxies, conflicts of interest and meeting rules.

Data-led infographic for Hong Kong's sustainable finance taxonomy Phase 2B consultation, showing climate-mitigation activities expanding from 25 to 39, examples including batteries, low-carbon technology, air transport and iron and steel, 24 adaptation measures split into 11 whitelist and 13 non-whitelist measures, and a 7 October 2026 consultation deadline; the prototype is marked not final or effective.

Hong Kong Sustainable Finance Taxonomy Phase 2B: What the Expanded Scope Could Mean for Businesses

HKMA's Phase 2B consultation prototype expands climate-mitigation activities from 25 to 39 and introduces 24 adaptation measures. Businesses can assess potential relevance to transition investment and financing, but the prototype is not final or effective.

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Hong Kong Opens Ride-Hailing Platform Licence Applications: What the High Entry Bar Signals

Hong Kong has opened applications for ride-hailing platform licences until noon on 30 October 2026. The operating-scale, financial-capacity, local-presence, service and data requirements signal a market designed for a limited number of substantial operators.

Light industrial infographic with three factory cutaways for proposed health-supplement, semiconductor memory and prefabrication/MiMEP facilities, showing planned investments above HK$240 million, above HK$210 million and about HK$390 million, expected NIAS funding of about HK$80 million, HK$70 million and HK$130 million, and an explicit supported-in-principle status.

Three Smart-Production Projects Signal Hong Kong’s Next Industrial Investment Phase

Hong Kong’s NIAS Vetting Committee has supported in principle three proposed projects in health supplements, semiconductor memory and construction prefabrication, representing over HK$840 million of planned investment. The cases offer industrial signals but are not final funding or production announcements.

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Hong Kong Launches First FILAS Preapproved Solutions: What 3PLs Should Assess Before Connecting

Hong Kong has announced the first three preapproved IT onboarding solutions under FILAS. Eligible third-party logistics providers may seek funding to connect with the Port Community System or HKIA Cargo Data Platform, but should assess data, integration, security and operating fit before deciding.

Light survey infographic with an illustrative operating-model compass surrounded by four findings from 462 Hong Kong cross-border traders: 79% use AI, 60% use FinTech for cross-border payments, only-as-needed sourcing rose from 15% to 29%, and nearly 80% expect more online sourcing in the next 12 months.

Hong Kong Traders Are Redesigning How They Source: Four Signals from the 2026 HKTDC Survey

A joint HKTDC and Airwallex survey of 462 Hong Kong cross-border traders shows rapid AI and FinTech uptake, more demand-driven purchasing and expectations of increased online sourcing. Here is how businesses can interpret the signals without mistaking adoption for guaranteed results.

Light retail statistics graphic comparing Hong Kong’s July 2026 total retail sales value, up 4.5% to HK$31.0 billion, with online retail sales, up 9.5% to HK$2.8 billion, plus stronger and weaker retail categories.

Hong Kong Retail Sales Rise 4.5% as Online Growth Outpaces the Market

Hong Kong’s July 2026 retail sales value rose 4.5% year on year to an estimated HK$31.0 billion, while online retail sales increased 9.5%. The figures show continued growth alongside wide differences between channels and retail categories.

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Why Proper Accounting Matters for Every Hong Kong Business

Proper accounting records give Hong Kong businesses an ongoing view of income, expenses, profit, cash flow, receivables and payables. Learn how regular reconciliation supports better decisions and what HKBSCL’s accounting service covers.