SME credit database may be in operation next year

Hong Kong's planned credit data bureau for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) aimed at providing them with easier access to bank loans could be operational in the third quarter of next year.

Hong Kong October exports post fastest growth in 2 years

Hong Kong's exports exceeded expectations to post the fastest growth rate in two years, as strong exports growth to China and East Asia more than offset a moderation of goods flowing to markets such as the U.S., economists said Tuesday.

Secretary for Commerce Floats SME Subsidy Idea

The Hong Kong Government could consider investing in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to help boost overall industry performance, Secretary for Commerce, Industry and Technology, Henry Tang, said yesterday.