WHARF REIC(HK:01997) 智通财经网·2026-01-06 09:50Core Viewpoint - Morgan Stanley prefers the office sector over the retail sector in Hong Kong real estate, noting that while office vacancy rates remain high, they are improving, with Central expected to benefit first [1] Group 1: Office Sector - Morgan Stanley favors office properties in Central over non-core areas, with Hong Kong Land and Hysan Development being preferred over Wharf Real Estate [1] - The firm forecasts a 3% increase in Central office rents this year, while overall office rents are expected to decline by 3% [1] Group 2: Retail Sector - In the retail sector, Morgan Stanley prefers mainland luxury retail stocks over Hong Kong retail stocks, with Hang Lung Properties favored over Wharf Real Estate and Link REIT; Swire Properties is also preferred over Wharf Real Estate [1] - Retail rents are under pressure due to online sales and competition from the Shenzhen market [1] - The growth of duty-free shopping and inbound tourism in mainland China may impact luxury sales in major shopping malls [1]