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Hong Kong Retail Sales Surge 5.5% After 14-Month Decline

3/4/2026

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Hong Kong retail sales rose 5.5% in January to HK$37.3 billion (US$4.77 billion).
The Census and Statistics Department notes the rise follows 14 months of decline and marks the ninth month of growth since May 2025.
A government spokesman said the sector remains in recovery and that growth and tourism will support consumption.
Annie Tse Yau On-yee, chairwoman of Hong Kong Retail Management Association, affirmed the growth is sustainable.

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Hong Kong retail sales rose 5.5% in January to HK$37.3 billion (US$4.77 billion).
The Census and Statistics Department notes the rise follows 14 months of decline and marks the ninth month of growth since May 2025.
A government spokesman said the sector remains in recovery and that growth and tourism will support consumption.
Annie Tse Yau On-yee, chairwoman of Hong Kong Retail Management Association, affirmed the growth is sustainable.