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Changing Consumption Habits and The Need for a Clearer Positioning of Structural Issues
Changing Consumption Habits and The Need for a Clearer Positioning of Structural Issues
Prof. Heiwai TANG
Prof. Heiwai Tang, Associate Dean of HKU Business School and Director of Asia Global Institute, shared about the Hong Kong economic policies in an interview with EDigest. He pointed out that Hong Kong's economic "upstream" faces numerous issues, such as loans, rent, and raw material supply. These factors have kept the operating costs high for "downstream" businesses. Resolving these problems in a society that upholds small-government free-market principles is undoubtedly a tremendous challenge.
13 Apr 2024
Economics
EDigest (Chinese Only)
Janet Yellen in China: how far did trip move the ball for US-China relations as presidential election looms?
Janet Yellen in China: how far did trip move the ball for US-China relations as presidential election looms?
Prof. Zhiwu CHEN
“The November election pressure may force Biden to be more aggressive on the US-China trade front, as this is one issue that American politicians can win easy points,” said Chen Zhiwu, the chair professor of finance at the University of Hong Kong, after Yellen and her Chinese counterparts failed to address some major issues.
11 Apr 2024
Faculty
SCMP
Did Oil Companies Collude to Set Gasoline Prices in Hong Kong?
Did Oil Companies Collude to Set Gasoline Prices in Hong Kong?
Prof. Wen ZHOU
Hong Kong has the highest retail fuel prices globally. When oil companies adjust their retail prices, they tend to raise prices simultaneously. Some might argue that the persistently high fuel prices in Hong Kong are due to the high land costs for gas stations. However, when examining the revenue record of oil companies, this argument seems invalid.
10 Apr 2024
Faculty
Money Talk – Your Money
Money Talk – Your Money
Prof. Heiwai TANG
Carolyn Wright speaks with Professor Heiwai Tang, Associate Dean at HKU Business School in part one of a two part discussion about their recent Green Paper on accelerating Hong Kong’s economic growth.
8 Apr 2024
Economics
RTHK (香港電台)
AI 對工作職位的衝擊
AI 對工作職位的衝擊
Prof. Heiwai TANG
6 Apr 2024
Economics
RTHK (香港電台)
Japan Ends Negative Interest Rate Policy
Japan Ends Negative Interest Rate Policy
Dr. Y. F. LUK
The Bank of Japan recently ended its eight-year negative interest rate monetary policy, sparking interest among international investors in the future trends of the yen exchange rate and the performance of the Japanese economy.
3 Apr 2024
Faculty
學者倡開徵消費稅1%至2%
學者倡開徵消費稅1%至2%
Prof. Heiwai TANG
本港稅基狹窄，較易受經濟周期性影響，有意見指港府應全面檢視稅務制度，擴闊稅基。港大經管學院副院長（對外事務）、馮國經馮國綸基金經濟學教授鄧希煒認為，當本港經濟環境改善，便應研究開徵消費稅，可考慮以1%至2%起步，相信市民有能力負擔，並探討是否針對部分消費項目及徵收的對象。
2 Mar 2024
Economics
HKEJ (香港信報)
Unveiling the Mask of Fake News
Unveiling the Mask of Fake News
Dr. Maurice K.S. TSE
Ranking as a top global risk in 2024, misinformation poses severe economic threat. It distorts judgments, leading to resource misallocation and immense economic costs. Moreover, it impacts everyone, regardless of their educational background.
27 Mar 2024
Faculty
The Development of Climate-related Risk Disclosure Reaches a New Milestone
The Development of Climate-related Risk Disclosure Reaches a New Milestone
Dr. Yifei ZHANG
Intensifying extreme weather driven by global warming has severe socioeconomic impacts. In March 2024, the U.S. implemented nationwide climate disclosure rules for listed firms and in 2023 Hong Kong also strengthened oversight for transparency. While disclosures offer companies long-term benefits like reputational gains and risk mitigation, they incur costs and data leak risks.
20 Mar 2024
Faculty
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CPI or EPI, or Both?
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Behavioural Economics on Risk Aversion and Gambling
24 Apr 2024
Prof. Matthias BUEHLMAIER

Associate Professor of Teaching

BBA (IBGM) Programme Director

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Quantamental Investing in the Age of Accelerating AI
7 Mar 2025
Dr. Vera Wing-han YUEN

Lecturer

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‘Ding Dings’ need to travel faster and more frequently
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Hong Kong’s Housing Challenges
17 Oct 2022
阮穎嫻：擲出精靈球也無法變出公屋
14 Jun 2022
Dr. Chi Pui HO

Lecturer

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28Hse Updates on Property Price and Rental Index: Dr. Ho Anticipates a 5% Recovery in Prices This Year
5 Mar 2025
Analysing Hong Kong’s Overall Economic Situation with Data
21 Aug 2024
Analyzing Hong Kong’s Overall Economic Situation with Data – Part Two
18 Jul 2024
Prof. Guojun HE

Professor in Economics

Director, HKU Jockey Club Enterprise Sustainability Global Research Institute

Associate Director, Institute of China Economy

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Turning Climate Risks into Development Opportunities: Policy Insights for Hong Kong’s Economic Outlook
3 Mar 2025
How Can Corporates Implement ESG Initiatives: A win-win for Society and Economy
13 Nov 2024
HKU: Academia Excels in Data Organization for ESG; Collaboration Among Government, Business, and Academia Offers Solutions for Companies
3 Sep 2024
Prof. Heiwai TANG

Associate Dean (External Relations)

Victor and William Fung Professor in Economics

Director, Asia Global Institute

Director, APEC Study Center

Associate Director, Hong Kong Institute of Economics and Business Strategy

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Western Countries Would Envy Hong Kong’s Financial Position
3 Mar 2025
Conservative Budget Approach: Calls for Increased Cuts to Address Hong Kong’s Financial Challenges
27 Feb 2025
Balancing Budget and Growth: Optimism for Hong Kong’s Economic Future
26 Feb 2025
Prof. Yang LIU

Associate Professor

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Hong Kong’s Debt Levels Are Sound: Tax Increases and Deficit Reductions Are Predominantly Seen in High-Debt Countries
27 Feb 2025
Hong Kong’s Fiscal Deficit: A Comprehensive Analysis
13 Jan 2025
香港聯繫匯率制度損益評估
5 Feb 2024
Prof. Michael C.L. CHAU

Deputy Area Head of Innovation and Information Management

Professor

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Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Hong Kong
24 Feb 2025