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Hong Kong sees 36% surge in FDI with 413 new companies establishing operations

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Hong Kong has experienced a significant increase in foreign direct investment (FDI) during the first half of the year, with inflows rising by 36%. This growth is attributed to 413 companies establishing or expanding their operations in the city, a 9% increase from the previous year. These new and expanding businesses are projected to inject approximately US$6.75 billion in FDI and generate over 8,600 jobs, with a notable portion originating from mainland China. AI

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Hong Kong sees 36% surge in FDI with 413 new companies establishing operations

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Zoe SL Chan ·

    Hong Kong reports 36% rise in FDI inflows so far this year, InvestHK data shows

    Hong Kong continued to draw US and European firms to expand their businesses in the city in the first half of this year, the latest data shows, adding new momentum to its superconnector role. A total of 413 companies either set up local entities or expanded their businesses in Ho…

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