July 2025

Property Prices Show Signs of Bottoming Out

**Time stamp:** July 18, 2025 **Source:** Bloomberg / South China Morning Post After seven years of decline, major analysts such as Morgan Stanley believe that Hong Kong’s property prices have now bottomed out. The Centaline Property Index and a continued drop in HIBOR support this view, and optimism is growing for an upcycle that could last several years. Removal of major stamp duties in early 2024...

Retail Market: Recovery Remains Mixed

**Time stamp:** July 19, 2025 **Source:** Cushman & Wakefield Retail leasing is rebounding in prime shopping areas such as Tsim Sha Tsui and Mong Kok, where vacancy is falling. In Q2, prime retail rents were up 0.9% quarter-on-quarter, spurred by stronger tourism and F&B expansion. However, polarization persists, with secondary locations still struggling to attract tenants. **Original...

63A TPN calculating the kW Load

A distribution board rated at 63 amps 3 phase means that the maximum current you can draw from each of the three phases is 63 amps, but you do not multiply this by 3 for the total load. Instead, each phase can carry up to 63 amps independently. Calculating the kW Load To calculate the power (in kW) you can run on each phase, you can use the formula: Power (kW)=Voltage...

Residential Market Rebounds: New Home Sales Surge

Hong Kong’s residential property market showed a remarkable recovery in Q2 2025. Lower HIBOR (interbank lending rates) made mortgages more affordable, helping push transaction numbers to approximately 15,900 units in the quarter—a 30% increase quarter-on-quarter. Developers’ active launches and competitive pricing contributed to strong primary market sales, which rose nearly 36% year-on-year. Rental...

Sales of First-hand Residential Properties

As professional real estate agents dedicated to serving your best interests, we am here to guide you through every step of the purchasing process with transparency and integrity. Why Choose First-Hand Residential Properties? Brand New and Modern: Enjoy the latest designs, state-of-the-art facilities, and modern construction standards. Warranty and Quality Assurance: Benefit from developer warranties...

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