Hong Kong's Commercial Real Estate Shows Signs of Recovery, S&P Reports

Hong Kong's commercial real estate sector is experiencing a unique recovery, according to a report by international rating agency S&P. The report highlights improvements in the city's Grade A office and retail markets, with key indicators such as net absorption and retail sales growth showing strong performance. However, S&P cautions that this is not a comprehensive recovery, as it is primarily concentrated in prime locations of certain Grade A offices. Office and retail rents in Hong Kong may continue to decline until 2026, although the rate of decline could slow.