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Group 1 - The Hong Kong Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose from 51.9 in December to 52.3 in January, indicating a sustained and strong improvement in the business environment [1] - Business activity has increased for six consecutive months, with the expansion rate remaining stable month-on-month, driven primarily by the services sector, followed by wholesale and retail, while manufacturing and construction showed opposite trends [1] - The increase in new orders was significant, marking the second-highest expansion rate since May 2023, attributed to companies adjusting market strategies and launching new products, alongside improved demand from overseas and mainland markets [1] Group 2 - Input costs rose at a slower pace in January, but overall increases remain significant, with businesses reporting rising raw material prices as a key factor for higher procurement costs [2] - Employee costs saw a moderate increase, with the smallest rise since September of the previous year, as companies attempted to pass on costs to customers through higher prices, although many offered discounts to stimulate sales [2] - Despite improved market demand, businesses remain pessimistic about the outlook for the coming year, with negative sentiment reaching its highest level in five months, influenced by factors such as U.S. trade policies, intense market competition, and a sluggish global economy [2]

格隆汇2月3日丨泓基集团(02535.HK)公告，基于对集团截至2025年12月31日止年度(「报告期间」)的未 经审核综合管理账目的初步评估及董事会目前可得资料，集团预期将录得纯利不超过约1800万港元，而 截至2024年12月31日止年度则为纯利约3150万港元。纯利减少主要归因于毛利率收窄，乃主要由于总承 造商的预算紧绌，促使集团于报告期间降低投标价格以获得建造项目。 ...

Business Outlook - The overall short-term business outlook for large enterprises in Hong Kong is expected to remain stable in Q1 2026, with a slight decrease in recruitment intentions [1] - The proportion of respondents expecting better business conditions in Q1 2026 is 11%, slightly down from 13% in Q4 2025, while those expecting worse conditions decreased from 15% to 14% [2] Industry Analysis - Most industries anticipate that business conditions in Q1 2026 will either worsen or remain unchanged compared to Q4 2025, particularly in the construction and accommodation sectors, where a significant number of respondents expect a decline [2] - In contrast, the financial and insurance sectors have a higher proportion of respondents expecting improved business conditions compared to those expecting a decline [2] Business Output - Overall, respondents expect business/output volume in Q1 2026 to decrease or remain unchanged compared to Q4 2025, especially in the accommodation and construction sectors [4] - Conversely, a larger number of respondents in the financial and insurance sectors anticipate an increase in business volume compared to Q4 2025 [4] Employment - In half of the surveyed industries, respondents expect the number of employees in Q1 2026 to remain stable compared to Q4 2025; however, a significant number in the construction sector expect a decrease [5] - In the manufacturing and real estate sectors, more respondents expect an increase in employment than those expecting a decrease [5] Pricing - Most industries expect the prices of goods/services in Q1 2026 to remain stable compared to Q4 2025; however, in the construction sector, a larger number of respondents anticipate a decrease in bidding prices [6]

Core Viewpoint - Shenzhen University and China State Construction Engineering Corporation's Eighth Engineering Bureau (CSCEC 8th Bureau) have jointly established a cutting-edge innovative technology company, Zhongyou Yunshe (Shenzhen) Technology Co., Ltd., focusing on the intelligent upgrade of the construction industry [1] Group 1: Company Overview - The newly established company will concentrate on key technologies such as three-dimensional digitalization and artificial intelligence equipment [1] - The partnership aims to leverage Shenzhen University's resources in research innovation and talent cultivation alongside CSCEC 8th Bureau's extensive practical experience in engineering construction [1] Group 2: Industry Impact - The joint venture will create an efficient collaborative platform for industry-university-research innovation, accelerating the application of technological achievements from the laboratory to the industry [1] - This initiative is expected to inject strong momentum into the transformation and upgrading of the construction industry [1]

Core Viewpoint - The unemployment rate in Hong Kong has risen to 3.7% from 3.5% in the previous quarter, marking the highest level since late 2022, with significant implications for the local economy and employment landscape [1][2][3]. Employment Data - The total number of employed individuals in Hong Kong is 3.671 million, while the total labor force stands at 3.816 million, resulting in an unemployment count of 145,000 [1]. - The unemployment rate has increased by 0.2 percentage points compared to the previous quarter and by 0.6 percentage points compared to the same period in 2024 [2]. Sector-Specific Unemployment - The construction and catering industries are particularly affected, with unemployment rates exceeding 5%, specifically reaching 7.2% in construction and 6.4% in catering [4]. - The retail sector has also seen a rise in unemployment, increasing by 0.3 percentage points to 5% [4]. Economic Outlook - The construction industry's ongoing decline is attributed to developers' lack of confidence in acquiring land and starting new projects, leading to a sustained increase in unemployment [6]. - Predictions suggest that if businesses maintain a cautious hiring approach, the unemployment rate could approach 4% in the coming months, although improvements may occur if the real estate and retail sectors recover [7]. Structural Issues - There are concerns regarding structural reasons behind the rising unemployment rate, prompting discussions on potential measures to alleviate the situation [8]. - The government has noted that the increase in unemployment is partly due to new graduates entering the job market, which typically occurs during the summer [9]. Labor Market Dynamics - There is a debate regarding the impact of foreign labor on local employment, with some local workers expressing concerns about job availability and wage pressure due to the influx of foreign workers [12]. - Employers argue that a lack of sufficient local manpower in sectors like retail and catering necessitates the hiring of foreign labor to improve service quality and reduce business closures [13]. Policy Considerations - The government is reviewing the "Supplementary Labor Optimisation Scheme," which currently restricts the importation of foreign labor for certain job categories, with a decision expected by mid-2026 [16]. - Proposed measures include enhancing transparency in labor market data and adjusting application quotas to better align with market needs [17].

Business Outlook - The overall expectation for business conditions in Q3 2025 is less optimistic, with 10% of respondents anticipating better conditions compared to 18% expecting worse conditions, indicating a negative sentiment [1] - Compared to Q2 2025, the proportion of respondents expecting better business conditions in Q3 2025 has slightly increased from 9% to 10%, while the proportion expecting worse conditions remains stable at 18% [1] Industry Analysis - In several industries, respondents generally expect a decline in business/output volume for Q3 2025 compared to Q2 2025, particularly in construction, transportation, warehousing and express services, import and export trade, accommodation and food services, and retail [2] Employment Expectations - Overall, respondents expect employment numbers to remain relatively unchanged in Q3 2025 compared to Q2 2025. However, in the information and communications sector, more respondents anticipate a decline in employment numbers, while in the real estate sector, more expect an increase [3] Pricing Expectations - Most industries expect product prices/service charges to remain stable in Q3 2025 compared to Q2 2025. Notably, in the construction industry, a significant number of respondents expect a decrease in bidding prices [4] - A government spokesperson noted a slight improvement in the overall short-term business outlook for large enterprises compared to the previous quarter, with stable hiring intentions [4]

Group 1 - The unemployment rate in Hong Kong increased from 3.4% to 3.5% between February-April 2025 and March-May 2025, respectively [1] - The underemployment rate also rose from 1.3% to 1.4% during the same period [1] - Total employment decreased by approximately 12,400 individuals, from 3,677,100 to 3,664,700 [1] - The total labor force declined by about 6,000, from 3,806,500 to 3,800,500 [1] - The number of unemployed individuals increased by around 6,400, from 129,400 to 135,800 [1] - The number of underemployed individuals rose by approximately 6,000, from 47,600 to 53,600 [1] Group 2 - The Secretary for Labour and Welfare noted that the slight increase in the unemployment rate reflects ongoing uncertainties in the external environment and changes in consumer behavior [2] - The labor market may be further impacted by the influx of new graduates and school leavers in the coming months [2] - Despite these challenges, the local economy is expected to grow by 2% to 3% this year, supported by a record number of local and foreign registered companies [2]

Group 1 - The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in Hong Kong increased from 3.2% in January-March 2025 to 3.4% in February-April 2025, while the underemployment rate rose from 1.1% to 1.3% during the same period [1][2] - The total employment decreased by approximately 15,600 from 3,692,700 in January-March 2025 to 3,677,100 in February-April 2025, and the total labor force also fell by about 9,000 from 3,815,500 to 3,806,500 [1][2] - The number of unemployed individuals (not seasonally adjusted) rose from 122,800 to 129,400, an increase of about 6,600, while the number of underemployed individuals increased from 42,700 to 47,600, an increase of approximately 4,900 [2] Group 2 - Various major economic sectors experienced an increase in unemployment rates, particularly in construction, accommodation services, catering services, and finance, while sectors like information and communications, insurance, and arts, entertainment, and recreation saw a decline [1] - The Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Sun Yuhan, noted that while some businesses are closing, many new stores are opening, indicating a shift in demand and consumption trends [2] - The number of registered companies in Hong Kong reached a historical high of 1.46 million by the end of last year, suggesting emerging demand and consumption trends are gradually taking shape [2]