Economy
Construction output weakens in Q3 as private sector activity falls
Construction output weakens in Q3 as private sector activity falls
Private output dropped 18.1%, whilst public works rose 7.7%.
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Monetary Authority lowers base rate to 4%
The decrease followed a 25-basis point downward adjustment in the US federal funds target.
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HKTDC forecasts exports to grow 8-9% in 2026
AI electronics demand was cited by 53.2% of exporters as the key growth driver.
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Hong Kong reclaims top global IPO ranking after 2025 fundraising surge
Funds raised surged 210% as A+H listings dominate issuance.
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Hong Kong business leaders take defensive stance as tariffs reshape costs
37% of Hong Kong leaders said they had paused major investment decisions, and a quarter have implemented hiring freezes.
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Government cites economic growth but warns of external risks
Diffusion index on business receipts dipped in November.
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IT services post 99% YoY jump in Q3 receipts
Service industries will also benefit from continued improvement in local consumer sentiment.
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Gov't signs IP deals with Cambodia and Malaysia
The agreements outlined information exchange, training and commercialisation initiatives.
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8 in 10 Chinese companies choose Hong Kong as global launchpad
City channels 60% of China’s outbound direct investment
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63% of finance leaders forecast GDP growth in 2026
Survey cites capital-market depth and financial connectivity as key supports.
November property registrations slips to 7,121 units
Residential agreements decline as total consideration eases year on year.
Construction receipts climb to $474b even as profit margins tighten
Gross surplus fell 5.9% despite the higher industry value added.
Manufacturing receipts climb to $300b in 2024
Gross surplus edged up by 1.3% as costs rise.
October trade jumps but deficit widens on strong import growth
Electronics-led demand lifted exports 17.5% and imports 18.3% YoY.
IPOs, wealth management drive bank deposits to hit $19.1t in September
It made the nation a ‘safe haven’ for capital, the Financial secretary said.
Inflation edges up to 1.2% in October
Price increases were logged in various sectors, including transport, housing, and basic food.
Jobless rate falls to 3.8% as labour force shrinks
Total employment stood at 3,672,700 or up 1,800 from the previous months.
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