Core Viewpoint - Bank of America Securities reports that the Hong Kong property market has begun to recover, predicting a rebound in residential property prices from 2027 to the second half of 2026, with an expected increase of approximately 3% and a further 5% rise in 2027 [1] Summary by Category Market Outlook - The forecast for residential property price rebound has been advanced to the second half of 2026 from 2027, with an anticipated increase of about 3% in 2026 and an additional 5% in 2027 [1] - The recovery in property prices is expected to lead to a resurgence in profitability and dividends for local property developers by 2027 [1] Company Ratings and Target Prices - Average target prices for local property stocks have been raised by 3%, with earnings forecasts adjusted upwards by up to 4% from this year to 2027 [1] - Longfor Group (01113) and Sino Land (00083) are favored among developers, with Longfor's rating upgraded from "Neutral" to "Buy" and target price increased from HKD 39 to HKD 42 [1] - Sino Land is also given a "Buy" rating, with its target price raised from HKD 9.8 to HKD 10.8 [1] Rental Stocks - The report expresses a positive outlook on Hang Lung Properties (00101) and Swire Properties (01972), both receiving "Buy" ratings, with target prices adjusted to HKD 10 and HKD 24.5 respectively [1] - The rating for MTR Corporation (00066) is maintained at "Underperform" [1]
美银证券:香港楼市开始复苏 料住宅楼价明年下半年起回升