Jones Lang LaSalle(US:JLL) 智通财经网·2025-10-27 13:11Core Insights - The overall Grade A office leasing market in Hong Kong recorded a positive net absorption of 143,000 square feet in September, marking the longest streak of positive net absorption since May 2022 with six consecutive months of growth [1] Market Demand - The demand for leasing is primarily driven by banks and multinational corporations, with an acceleration in negotiations for office space consolidation and upgrades [1] - The active performance of the Hong Kong stock market has further solidified confidence in its status as an international financial center, prompting financial institutions to implement real estate plans for office spaces [1] Vacancy Rates - As of the end of September, the overall office vacancy rate slightly decreased to 13.4%, with improvements seen across most sub-markets [1] - The vacancy rates in Central and Wan Chai/Causeway Bay improved to 11% and 12% respectively, while Tsim Sha Tsui saw a slight increase of 0.1 percentage points to 7.7% [1] Rental Trends - Overall rents in September experienced a slight month-on-month decline of 0.1%, although some premium office buildings in core locations are showing signs of rental stabilization [1] - Rents in Wan Chai/Causeway Bay and Tsim Sha Tsui both recorded a month-on-month decrease of 0.2%, while rents in Central remained stable [1]