Hong Kong retail sales fall for 8 straight months, with 2.9% year-on-year drop in October

Hong Kong retail sales fall for 8 straight months, with 2.9% year-on-year drop in October

[South China Morning Post] - 11/29/2024

Authorities express optimism despite dip in sales, saying levels to rise with return of multiple-entry visas for Shenzhen residents, among other moves.



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