标普全球12月香港PMI降至51.9 连续5个月高于50

Group 1 - The Hong Kong Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) decreased from 52.9 to 51.9 in December, remaining above 50 for five consecutive months, indicating an improving business environment [1] - Output and new orders continued to rise, although the growth rate slowed compared to the previous month, reflecting strong customer demand from both local and overseas markets [1] - Backlogs of orders expanded for the first time in a year, while input costs significantly increased, leading to the highest output prices in over two years [1] Group 2 - Private enterprises in Hong Kong have increased production for five consecutive months, with the overall growth being one of the highest in the past three years [1] - New orders have shown a consistent upward trend, with the growth rate aligning closely with output expansion, marking the second-highest level since May 2023 [1] - Companies expressed optimism about the local economy, resulting in the least negative outlook since July 2023, despite ongoing concerns about global economic conditions and tariff impacts [2]