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February 13, 2026

Hong Kong Property Sector Recovery

Sector ReportEquitiesReal EstateReal Estate

Hong Kong's property sector has bottomed out and is entering a new bull market phase driven by mainland demand and interest rate cuts. SG recommends gaining exposure through the SGBHKREI index of large-cap HK developers.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.The Hong Kong property sector found its cyclical bottom in mid-2025 and is now entering a recovery and rerating phase.
  • 2.Interest rate cuts in 2025 have driven transaction volumes to their highest levels since 2021, with over 5,000 units sold monthly for 11 straight months.
  • 3.Mainland Chinese investment has become a structural pillar of demand, accounting for approximately 20% of total transactions in 2025.

Table of Contents

  • Asia Equity Strategy
  • Leading indicators point to further rise in prices
  • Commercial property rentals have started to stabilise selectively
  • Sector leverage has fallen to a three year low level even as valuations remain undemanding
  • SG HK Real Estate Basket (SGBHKREI)
  • Investment Policy
  • APPENDIX
  • ANALYST CERTIFICATION

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Authors

Frank BenzimraRajat AgarwalMakhdoom M. Raina

Securities

SGBHKREI16 HK1113 HK12 HK1972 HK

Themes

Interest Rate CatalystMainland Chinese Capital InflowValuation Rerating

Regions

Asia PacificHong KongChina