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2026.05.0608:30:00UTC+00Hong Kong Retail Sales Growth Cools in March, Easing From February’s Surge

Hong Kong’s retail sales growth slowed sharply in March 2026, rising 12.8% year-over-year compared with a 19.3% increase in February, according to data updated on 6 May 2026. Both figures compare retail activity in each month to the same period a year earlier.

The moderation suggests that while consumer spending remains robust on an annual basis, the pace of expansion has eased from February’s strong surge. The latest reading may indicate a normalization in demand after a period of particularly strong year-over-year gains. Investors and analysts will be watching upcoming releases closely to gauge whether this marks the beginning of a more sustained cooling in Hong Kong’s retail momentum or a temporary pause following earlier strength.

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