Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the property market is expected to continue its upward trend into 2026, with strong sales of new large-scale developments in Xisha and other new projects launching this month [1] - In January, the estimated number of first-hand property transactions is expected to exceed 2,000, marking the longest streak of over 1,000 transactions in 12 months since the implementation of the first-hand sales regulations in 2013 [1] - The performance of super luxury properties priced over HKD 100 million has been particularly notable, with 6 transactions recorded in the first 5 days of January, nearly half of December's total and double that of January last year [1] Group 2 - The market is anticipated to benefit from six favorable factors: interest rate cuts, wealth effects, economic growth, favorable policies, rising rents, and reduced inventory, leading to a positive trading environment [2] - The total number of first-hand property transactions for the year is projected to reach 21,000, setting a new record since the first-hand sales regulations were introduced in 2013 [2] - The number of super luxury property transactions is expected to exceed 100 for the year, potentially reaching a new high since the introduction of the first-hand sales regulations [2]
美联：香港楼市旺势延续 料1月一手成交量有望突破2000宗