Jones Lang LaSalle(US:JLL) 智通财经网·2025-09-16 08:11Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the demand for rental units in Hong Kong is expected to increase significantly due to the rise in high-skilled talent holders, with an estimated annual demand of about 12,000 units from 2023 to 2027 [1] - The Hong Kong government has seen a substantial increase in approved applications for talent programs, rising from 38,559 to 138,215 between 2022 and 2024, indicating a growing influx of high-end professionals [1] - The rental market is being positively impacted by the government's talent initiatives, although the desire for property ownership among high-end talent remains low due to cross-border fund transfer restrictions [1][3] Group 2 - The approval rate for high-skilled talent visa holders arriving in Hong Kong is 64%, with an average of 0.9 dependents per visa holder, suggesting that most high-skilled individuals bring at least one family member [2] - Only 13% of high-skilled talent have chosen to purchase property in Hong Kong, indicating a potential lag in property ownership decisions due to the recent implementation of the talent program and financial barriers [3] - Recommendations for the government include easing restrictions on fund transfers for mainland talent, simplifying approval processes, and establishing tiered investment thresholds to facilitate property purchases [3]