Economic Outlook - The Hong Kong economy is expected to maintain a positive momentum, with growth anticipated in the second half of the year despite geopolitical uncertainties and trade wars [1] - In Q1, Hong Kong's economy grew by 3.1%, with the GDP forecast for Q2 to be announced soon [1] Industry Performance - Different industries are responding and adjusting at varying paces during the economic transformation, with some emerging sectors performing well while traditional industries face challenges [1] - The retail sector showed signs of recovery, with May's total retail sales value turning from decline to growth, and June figures expected to maintain this trend [1] Consumer Confidence - The number of visitors to Hong Kong in July increased by 12% year-on-year, indicating a recovery in consumer sentiment and private consumption [1] Business Environment - The "Hong Kong Business Environment Report" highlights that businesses have confidence in Hong Kong, with 9,960 companies from foreign parent companies operating in the city, a 10% increase year-on-year [1] - As of the end of last year, the total value of Hong Kong's asset and wealth management business was approximately HKD 35.1 trillion [1] - By the end of March this year, the number of registered funds reached 976, with a net inflow of over USD 44 billion, representing a growth of 285% [1] Startup Ecosystem - Hong Kong saw approximately 4,700 startups last year, marking a 10% increase from 2023 and setting a historical high [2] - Since the establishment of the key enterprise office in December 2022, 84 key enterprises have been attracted to Hong Kong, many of which are innovative technology companies valued over HKD 100 billion [2]

Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government has appointed 34 members to the Chief Executive's Advisory Group, aiming to enhance the region's economic competitiveness and integration with national strategies from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2027 [1] Group 1: Advisory Group Composition - Notable members include Wang Xingxing, founder of Yushutech, Han Bicheng, founder of Qiangnao Technology, and Zhu Min, a senior expert committee member of the China International Economic Exchange Center [1] - The advisory group serves as a high-level consultative organization providing strategic development advice for Hong Kong [1] Group 2: Strategic Focus Areas - The advisory group will focus on three main areas: high-quality and sustainable economic development, innovation and entrepreneurship, and regional and global collaboration [1] - The aim is to seize national and global development opportunities during Hong Kong's economic transformation [1]