HONG KONG: Hong Kong's economy expanded by 5.9 per cent in the first quarter from the same period a year earlier, the government said on Friday (May 15), supported by a surge in exports and private consumption expenditure.The economy grew 4.0 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2025 and 3.1 per cent in the
Hong Kong Q1 GDP expands 5.9% year-on-year, government maintains 2026 growth forecast
A general view of the container terminals at Kwai Chung, with Hong Kong's Central financial district seen in the background including Two International Finance Centre (IFC II) in Hong Kong, China, on Mar 6, 2025. (Photo: REUTERS/Tyrone…see more
15 May 2026 05:21PM (Updated: 15 May 2026 05:32PM)
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