Retail

Retail sales up 4.1% to $44.9b in January

Retail sales up 4.1% to $44.9b in January

Consumer sentiment rose despite difference in the timing of the Chinese New Year.

Omnichannel may just be Hong Kong retail's saving grace

Retailers should tap into this goldmine as the consumer preference of Hong Kongers increasingly turns digital.

Healthier tourist arrivals boosts struggling retail sector as sales hit $446.1b in 2017

However, if retailers want to stay afloat, they should look for revenue sources other than mainland tourism.

Battered retail sector gains its footing as sales may hit $480b in 2018

The sector is poised for a rebound following a bullish global economic outlook.

The changing face of Hong Kong's retail

Retailers should be ready to revamp their stores into unique lifestyle concepts to battle e-commerce.

Community malls fare better than luxury counterparts amidst retail slump

Base rents for second tier malls rose compared to a decline in tier-one retailers.

Retail sector recovers slightly as rents in core areas stabilise

Higher tourist arrivals contributed to the gradual normalisation.

Retail sales up 3.9% to $37.5b in October

Thanks to the ongoing recovery of inbound tourism.

Facebook and WhatsApp top Hong Kong's social commerce platforms

Two thirds of e-commerce players use these online channels.

Two in five Hong Kongers consider running e-commerce side businesses

More people prefer to start businesses online than start with brick-and-mortar.

Will Alibaba steal Hong Kong's luxury lustre?

Alibaba is tapping more affluent households with its new Luxury Pavilion for high-end brands.