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Hong Kong: Growth outlook improves – UOB

UOB economist Ho Woei Chen reports that Hong Kong’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth accelerated sharply in 3Q26, driven by strong goods exports and investment. Chen highlights support from the semiconductors and AI supply chain, a stabilising property market and rising tourist arrivals. UOB revises its Hong Kong GDP forecasts higher for 2026 and 2027, while flagging external and financial risks.