香港重返全球竞争力三甲！税率及法规具吸引力：外商争相落户

Core Insights - Hong Kong has risen to third place in the global competitiveness ranking, marking its return to the top three since 2019, with a total score of 99.2, an increase of 7.7 points, the highest growth among the top ten economies [1][4] Group 1: Competitiveness Factors - Hong Kong's "government efficiency" and "business efficiency" have both ranked second globally, while "economic performance" and "infrastructure" have risen to sixth and seventh respectively [4] - In sub-factors, Hong Kong ranks first in "tax policy" and "business regulations," and second in "international investment," "education," and "finance," with "international trade" and "management practices" ranking third [4] Group 2: Economic Outlook - The Hong Kong government projects economic growth between 2% and 3% for the year, reflecting positive evaluations from business leaders regarding the region's competitiveness [7] - The number of registered companies in Hong Kong has reached a new peak, indicating a favorable business environment despite challenges faced by certain sectors like retail and dining [7] Group 3: Financial Market Performance - The "Stock Connect" programs have shown significant growth, with average daily northbound trading volume increasing by 33% year-on-year, and southbound trading volume rising by 191% [10] - This growth highlights international investors' confidence in utilizing Hong Kong as a bridge to invest in mainland markets [10] Group 4: Challenges and Future Directions - Despite the positive ranking, challenges remain, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) facing operational pressures and the need for transformation [11][12] - The government aims to enhance governance and accountability among senior officials to improve overall governance levels [4][11]