Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the recovery of the Hong Kong real estate market is a gradual process involving various asset sub-sectors, rather than a singular event [1] - The report identifies Sun Hung Kai Properties (00016) and Link REIT (00823) as preferred targets for residential and commercial properties, respectively, with target prices set at HKD 111.7 and HKD 45.7 [1] - The investment strategy prioritizes residential sector recovery, followed by quality retail assets, and then core office spaces, reflecting an upgrade in industry rating from "neutral" to "outperform" [1] Group 2 - The report anticipates that continued population inflow in Hong Kong will drive housing demand, particularly for rentals, with rental levels expected to rise by approximately 3-5% in 2025 and an average growth of about 3% in 2026 and 2027 [2] - Key catalysts for future price increases include positive net rental yields and interest rate cuts, which are expected to enhance purchasing power and stimulate investment demand [2] - Residential prices are projected to increase by 3-5%, 5%, and 5% in 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively [2]
交银国际:上调香港房地产业评级至“领先” 看好新鸿基地产(00016)、领展房产基金