Capital Markets & Fintech: HKEX and HKMA launched a pilot using e-HKD for after-hours derivatives margin payments, aiming to make AHT risk management smoother outside banking hours. Digital Economy & AI: China rolled out measures to boost AI adoption in consumer markets and ease listing rules for AI firms; Hong Kong-listed AI names jumped on the policy tone. Local Competitiveness: Hong Kong climbed to No.2 in the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking, citing strong government and business efficiency. Logistics & Retail: JD.com opened its first Hong Kong JD Mall in Wan Chai, planning 6–8 more stores over three years. Mobility & Industry Expo: Geely Farizon debuted methanol-electric and pure-electric commercial vehicle solutions at the Hong Kong Expo, including a Hong Kong-tailored double-decker and a methanol bus with an EP exemption. Aviation Costs: Reuters reports jet fuel relief from an interim US-Iran deal may not cut fares soon, as capacity constraints let airlines keep prices elevated. Public Safety & Aviation Medicine: Hong Kong’s GFS held ISERAS, bringing together emergency and aeromedical responders and signing cooperation memoranda. Sustainability & Business: Hongkong Land was recognised as a sustainability leader in ESG rankings, cutting Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 37% in 2025 vs 2019. Energy & Trade Risk: Coverage highlighted how chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz keep reshaping global shipping and energy costs.