Hong Kong’s economy is growing, but why are some sectors still hurting?

Ahead of policy address, experts urge the government to support sectors and residents left behind despite the city’s recent growth figures

With Hong Kong leader John Lee set to deliver his annual policy address on September 17, the Post examines key topics the chief executive is expected to focus on, including a mega infrastructure project near the border, new economic drivers and livelihood issues.

Jacky Ko Chung-kit, who owns two media companies in Hong Kong, has not seen his business thrive even though the economy has been expanding in the past few quarters.

According to the 46-year-old entrepreneur, advertising is seen as an economic bellwether, and companies have asked for fewer quotations for advertisements and events this year than in previous years.

“So we do not have much business and we dare not hire people, to control costs,” he said.