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- 2021.02.17
Qualifying Deferred Annuity Policies Should be Compared According to Tailor-made Personal Plan Evaluate “Internal Rate of Return” to Enjoy the Highest Yield
As the population is ageing, many people have considered pre-emptive financial planning in preparation for a lengthy retirement life. Starting from April 2019, citizens are even eligible for claiming a tax deduction for enrolling in “Qualifying...
- 2021.02.17
Sugar, Sodium and Total Fat Content of Vegetarian Dishes Varied Consumers Reminded to Take Heed of Serving Size as Sodium Intake of One Meal May Reach 60% of Daily Limit
Recently, more and more people have adopted a vegetarian diet for reasons related to religion, health concerns or environmental protection. A test conducted by the Consumer Council and the Centre of Food Safety (CFS) on 10 types of vegetarian dishes...
- 2021.02.04
Over 30,000 Consumer Complaint Cases in 2020 Surge in Internet Shopping Complaints Triggered by “Stay-at-Home Economy” Face Masks and Travel Matters Became the Product and Category Attracting Most Complaints
2020 was an unprecedented year dominated by the coronavirus pandemic. Despite reduced social activities and a hard-hit economy, the number of complaints lodged with the Consumer Council still showed an increase with a total of 30,935 complaint cases...
- 2021.02.04
“Year of the Rat – Top 10 Consumer News” Concluded with Record High Voting Numbers Anti-pandemic Supplies and Daily Necessities Garnered the Most Attention
The voting results of the “Year of the Rat – Top 10 Consumer News” poll event organised by the Consumer Council were announced today (4 February). Pandemic-related news dominated the top 10, amongst which 4 were related to anti-pandemic...
- 2021.01.14
65% Gas Water Heaters Performed Well but Price Could Differ by Twofold Support Inclusion in Mandatory Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme for Sustainable Consumption
In winter, nothing is quite as soothing and reinvigorating as a hot shower after a long tiring day. The Consumer Council, in collaboration with the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD), tested 20 models of domestic gas water heaters....
- 2021.01.14
80% Multi-purpose Disinfectants Showed Limited Efficacy in Killing Test Bacteria and Virus in a Short Period of Time Diluted Bleach and Alcohol Preparation Would be an Effective and Economical Option When Used Appropriately
As the pandemic persists, a variety of multi-purpose disinfecting products have cropped up, claiming to be able to disinfect the environment, objects and hands without pre-dilution, making it convenient to use. However, the Consumer Council has...
- 2021.01.14
Vacuum Insulated Food Jars Retain Heat Better than Lunch Kits Pay Heed to Usage & Consumption Time to Avoid Food Safety Risks
Many office workers are inclined to bring packed lunch to work during the pandemic, to avoid risks while dining out. As such, thermal food containers have come in handy. The Consumer Council tested 15 models of thermal food containers, including 8...
- 2021.01.13
Be Cautious of Promotional Tactics Leading to Addiction to In-Game Purchase on Mobile Games Game Developers Urged to Improve Terms of Service to Strengthen Consumer Rights
The mobile gaming industry has flourished in recent years as mobile games have become increasingly popular among teens and even adults. Game providers often offer free downloads to lure gamers and then take advantage of their eagerness to win by...