The show mainly deals with current affairs in Hong Kong, although there are also stories concerning wider regional and international issues, often produced abroad.
A broad spectrum of topic areas is covered on the Pearl Report, including political, social, health, education, human rights, economic and sport-related issues.
Each segment begins with an introduction from the show's host and Senior Executive Producer Diana Lin.
After a commercial break Diana Lin reappears to introduce the next part, which tends to contain greater focus than the first segment.
Interviewees include: Margaret Thatcher Vidal Ramos Lu Ping Gloria Macapagal Arroyo Lee Kwan Yew Jamie Higgins and Rosie Craig Pearl Report shows have won numerous awards including: