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Hongkongers boost cross-border spending in mainland China, UnionPay data shows

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Hong Kong residents are significantly increasing their spending in mainland China, driven by lower prices and the convenience of digital payments. UnionPay International reported a nearly 30% year-on-year rise in offline spending by Hong Kong residents in mainland China during the first half of 2026, with digital transactions showing even greater growth. To further encourage this trend, UnionPay has facilitated access to China's national consumer goods trade-in subsidy program for Hong Kong shoppers, allowing them to receive subsidies of up to 20,000 yuan without needing a mainland bank account or phone number. AI

RANK_REASON The article discusses consumer spending trends and payment data, which is not a core AI development but rather an economic observation.

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Hongkongers boost cross-border spending in mainland China, UnionPay data shows

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