近四成港企拟一年内追加投资大湾区
Nan Fang Du Shi Bao·2025-12-18 23:16

Economic Growth - Hong Kong's total income for local residents in Q3 2025 increased by 1.5% year-on-year, reaching HKD 908.2 billion [3] - The estimated GDP for Q3 2025 is HKD 853.7 billion, with a year-on-year growth of 4.8% [3] - The surplus of local residents' total income over GDP is HKD 54.5 billion, accounting for 6.38% of the GDP for that quarter, primarily driven by net investment income inflow [3] Employment Market - The number of unemployed individuals decreased by over 5,200 in the period from September to November 2025, while the number of underemployed remained stable [4] - The four traditional major industries (financial services, tourism, trade and logistics, professional services) account for 58.2% of GDP and 42.3% of total employment [4] - 48% of surveyed businesses have a positive outlook on Hong Kong's economic prospects for the next 12 months, a significant increase from the previous year [5] Transportation and Logistics - The Hong Kong government is enhancing its international aviation hub, focusing on optimizing multi-modal transport connections within the Greater Bay Area [6] - The government has expanded the exemption of passenger departure tax at Hong Kong International Airport to attract more transit passengers [6] - The "Cantonese Cars Southbound" initiative is set to begin on December 23, allowing eligible vehicles from Guangdong to enter Hong Kong, enhancing cross-border transport [8] Social Welfare and Healthcare - The "Guangdong Residential Care Service Plan" will provide medical subsidies for Hong Kong seniors starting December 22, allowing them to claim reimbursements for medical expenses within the Greater Bay Area [9] - The subsidy cap is set at RMB 10,000 for outpatient expenses and RMB 30,000 for inpatient expenses per person per year [9] Future Outlook - Hong Kong's economy is showing signs of steady recovery, with improvements in local income, labor market stability, and a rebound in retail and tourism sectors [10] - The government is focusing on innovation and technology development, as well as infrastructure improvements to deepen integration with national development [11] - Continuous efforts to enhance social welfare in areas such as elderly services, public housing, and healthcare are essential for ensuring that economic recovery benefits a broader segment of the population [10][11]