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Hong Kong economy rebounds but business unease grows amid rising costs

Hong Kong's economy shows a strong recovery with a 5.9% GDP growth in the first quarter, driven by increased consumption, investment, and exports. Despite these positive figures, business leaders express underlying unease due to rising costs, particularly in fuel prices, which could impact profit margins and hiring. The region's vulnerability to global geopolitical disruptions, such as those in the Middle East affecting energy prices, remains a significant concern. AI

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Hong Kong economy rebounds but business unease grows amid rising costs

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 · Bernard Chan ·

    Hong Kong’s economic figures look good but business unease is rising

    Hong Kong’s latest quarterly figures look better than many observers expected. Despite the disruption caused by the war in the Middle East and an unsettled global backdrop, growth has been steady, markets have remained buoyant and visitors have been returning. On the surface, the…