Group 1 - The latest US consumer confidence index is reported at 73.4 points, increasing by 1.2% week-on-week, supported by low interbank rates and a decline in potential supply data over five consecutive quarters [1] - The reduction in discounted listings has contributed to the rise in the confidence index, with the highest discount rate observed in the New Territories among three regions [1] - The latest property price index from Midland Realty is at 128.78 points, reflecting a week-on-week increase of 0.46%, marking a two-week consecutive rise, and a year-to-date increase of 0.51% [1] Group 2 - Property prices in the three regions show mixed developments, with Kowloon and New Territories increasing by 0.45% and 0.7% respectively, while Hong Kong Island's index decreased by 0.27% [1] - Compared to four weeks ago, Kowloon and New Territories recorded increases of 0.7% and 1.42%, while Hong Kong Island experienced a slight decline of 0.07% [2] - Year-to-date changes in property prices show Kowloon and New Territories with increases of 1.62% and 0.25%, while Hong Kong Island has decreased by 1.44% [2]
美联信心指数按周升1.2% 拆息持续低企为香港楼市带来正面支持