Jing Ji Wang·2026-02-02 09:05Core Viewpoint - Hang Lung Group and Hang Lung Properties reported a decline in total revenue for 2025, with a notable performance in retail leasing in mainland China, indicating a mixed recovery in the retail sector [1][2]. Financial Performance - Hang Lung Group's total revenue was approximately HKD 10.414 billion, a decrease of 11% year-on-year; basic net profit attributable to shareholders was about HKD 2.407 billion, an increase of 3%; net profit attributable to shareholders was approximately HKD 1.37 billion, a decrease of 15% [1]. - Hang Lung Properties reported total revenue of approximately HKD 9.95 billion, also down 11% year-on-year; basic net profit attributable to shareholders was about HKD 3.202 billion, an increase of 3%; net profit attributable to shareholders was approximately HKD 1.806 billion, a decrease of 16% [1]. Retail Performance - Retail commercial properties in mainland China generated revenue of approximately HKD 4.871 billion, a slight increase of 1% year-on-year, reversing the decline seen in 2024; overall occupancy rate improved by 2 percentage points to 96% by the end of 2025 [1]. - Key revenue contributors included Shanghai's Hang Lung Plaza and Port Exchange Hang Lung Plaza, which achieved rental incomes of HKD 1.661 billion and HKD 1.197 billion, respectively, with year-on-year growth of 1% and 2% [1]. - Other properties, such as Wuxi Hang Lung Plaza and Dalian Hang Lung Plaza, also saw rental income increases of over 10%, with revenues of HKD 502 million and HKD 331 million, respectively [1]. Market Challenges and Adjustments - Commercial projects in Wuhan and Shenyang faced significant challenges, with rental income declines exceeding 30% and tenant sales dropping by 23% and 54% [2]. - The CEO of Hang Lung Properties expressed optimism for 2025, noting a positive business momentum, especially in the second half of the year, with quarterly tenant sales showing a recovery trend [2]. Strategic Adjustments - In response to changing consumer habits and increased competition in high-end commercial real estate, Hang Lung Properties has made strategic adjustments, including not differentiating between high-end and mid-range malls and introducing more brands in cosmetics, dining, and services to attract foot traffic [3]. - The chairman highlighted that past growth was primarily driven by luxury goods, whereas future growth will be fueled by more mainstream dining and sports brands [3]. - The company aims to optimize its tenant mix to meet evolving consumer demands and enhance asset management capabilities to create long-term value [3].