Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-08-19 03:52Core Viewpoint - Morgan Stanley reports that after three months of low HIBOR (below 1.2%), the one-month HIBOR has risen above 2% this week, which was anticipated. The firm believes HIBOR will likely remain in the range of 2-3% in the future [1] Group 1: Market Reaction - The rise in HIBOR has led to Hong Kong property stocks underperforming the Hang Seng Index by 4% over the past two days, which is considered a natural reaction [1] Group 2: Future Outlook - For the upcoming month (until mid-September), the property sector is expected to show resilience due to two main factors: 1) Increased market expectations for new policy support following the policy address on September 17; 2) Anticipated interest rate cuts in the US [1] - Over a 12-month horizon, Morgan Stanley predicts a gradual recovery in the Hong Kong property market, particularly in the residential and retail sectors [1] Group 3: Stock Recommendations - In the retail sector, the firm is optimistic about Swire Properties (01972), Hang Lung Properties (00101), Wharf Real Estate Investment (01997), and Link REIT (00823) [1] - In the residential sector, the firm favors Henderson Land Development (00012) and Sino Land Company (00083) [1]