BUSINESSSCMP CHINA
Hong Kong retail sales rise 8.6% in April on back of higher visitor arrivals
Hong Kong’s retail sales increased by 8.6% year on year in April 2026, reaching HK$31.4 billion, driven by higher visitor arrivals and holiday spending. This marks the 12th consecutive month of recovery for the sector, with sales for the first four months of 2026 rising 11.3% compared to the same period the previous year.
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