Hong Kong banks lure wealthy clients with gold, mahjong sets, fireworks during holiday

Hong Kong banks are offering luxury gifts and experiences to attract wealthy clients during the Lunar New Year holiday. Incentives include gold, mahjong sets, special lai see packets, and dinners with fireworks views. The banks are targeting both local and mainland Chinese customers, anticipating a surge in visitors. Hong Kong authorities project 1.43 million mainland visitors during the holiday, a 6% increase from the previous year. The Lunar New Year, marking the Year of the Horse, began on Tuesday, with the mainland holiday starting earlier on Sunday. The banks aim to capitalize on this peak travel period to acquire and retain high-net-worth individuals.