Hong Kong Financial Hub Survives Protests Say 87%: Poll

The video discusses a Bloomberg poll indicating that 87% of respondents believe Hong Kong's status as a financial hub remains unaffected by recent protests. Despite images of unrest, financial flows and work operations continue as usual. Banks like CLS and Citigroup reported minimal disruption, with some remote work arrangements. Singapore is seen as a potential alternative hub, though Tokyo faces cultural and bureaucratic challenges. Only a small percentage of the poll respondents noted significant damage, highlighting the resilience of Hong Kong's financial sector.

What percentage of people in the Bloomberg poll believe that Hong Kong's appeal as a financial hub is unaffected by the protests?

• 50%

• 10%

• 87%

• 30%

Which company had its main offices near the Admiralty protest site but reported no significant impact?

• JP Morgan

• HSBC

• Goldman Sachs

• CLS

What arrangement did Citigroup implement for some of its traders during the protests?

• Increased security

• Work-from-home

• Temporary relocation

• Reduced working hours

Which city is considered a great alternative to Hong Kong if businesses were to divert due to protests?

• New York

• London

• Shanghai

• Singapore

What percentage of the poll respondents believed there was major damage to Hong Kong's financial status?

• 20%

• 13%

• 3%

• 5%