AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoNorthern Metropolis & Tax: HKICPA urged the government to add tax incentives for investors backing Northern Metropolis start-ups, plus lower rates for workers in the area, as the city prepares its first five-year plan. Banking Leadership: UOB named Tan Choon Hin head of ASEAN and Greater China from Sept 1, expanding regional coverage across its ASEAN units and Hong Kong/Taiwan branches. Northern Metropolis Delivery: AtkinsRéalis–Arup won a consultancy contract for phases of Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen and Lau Fau Shan, including transport links and Tin Shui Wai River revitalisation. Markets & Energy: Oil held near US$90+ as Iran-US talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz stayed uncertain, weighing on Asian stocks and pushing bond yields higher. Hong Kong Finance: State Grid’s record dim sum bond sale raised 14.9bn yuan with 193.8bn yuan in orders, highlighting demand for offshore yuan debt. Tourism & Lifestyle: Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival returns Oct 29–Nov 1 with 300+ booths, followed by a citywide Wine & Dine Month. Corporate Watch: Geely founder Li Shufu stepped down as chairman of Geely Auto, with An Conghui taking over as chairman as management professionalises. Stablecoin/Payments: HKDAP stablecoin activity and broader stablecoin distribution competition continue to shift focus from issuing tokens to getting them used in real merchant payments.
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