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Hong Kong Retail Sales Surge 19.3% in February

4/1/2026

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Hong Kong's retail sales rose 19.3% year on year in February 2026, the 10th consecutive month of growth.
Sales reached HK$35 billion (US$4.47 billion) in February 2026, driven by the Chinese New Year and tourist arrivals totaling 5.14 million, up 40.2%.
January sales also grew by 5.5% year on year.
Jewelry and clothing sales rose while fuel sales declined.
January–February retail sales increased 11.8% year on year to HK$72.3 billion.

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Hong Kong's retail sales rose 19.3% year on year in February 2026, the 10th consecutive month of growth.
Sales reached HK$35 billion (US$4.47 billion) in February 2026, driven by the Chinese New Year and tourist arrivals totaling 5.14 million, up 40.2%.
January sales also grew by 5.5% year on year.
Jewelry and clothing sales rose while fuel sales declined.
January–February retail sales increased 11.8% year on year to HK$72.3 billion.