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Hong Kong Unemployment Rate

Unemployment Rate in Hong Kong decreased to 3.40 percent in May of 2013 from 3.50 percent in April of 2013. Unemployment Rate in Hong Kong is reported by the Census & Statistics Department. Historically, from 1981 until 2013, Hong Kong Unemployment Rate averaged 3.75 Percent reaching an all time high of 8.60 Percent in July of 2003 and a record low of 1 Percent in July of 1989. In Hong Kong, the unemployment rate measures the number of people actively looking for a job as a percentage of the labour force. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Unemployment Rate.

source: Census & Statistics Department

Hong Kong Prime Lending Rate

Bank Lending Rate in Hong Kong remained unchanged at 5 percent in May of 2013 from 5 percent in April of 2013. Bank Lending Rate in Hong Kong is reported by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. Historically, from 1980 until 2013, Hong Kong Prime Lending Rate averaged 8.27 Percent reaching an all time high of 19.61 Percent in October of 1981 and a record low of 5 Percent in February of 1987. In Hong Kong, the prime lending rate is the average rate of interest charged on loans by commercial banks to private individuals and companies. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Bank Lending Rate.

source: Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Hong Kong Bankruptcies

Bankruptcies in Hong Kong increased to 5437 Companies in March of 2013 from 4222 Companies in February of 2013. Bankruptcies in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1994 until 2013, Hong Kong Bankruptcies averaged 3480.47 Companies reaching an all time high of 8297 Companies in December of 2011 and a record low of 409 Companies in November of 1994. In Hong Kong, bankruptcies account for insolvent corporations who cannot repay their debts to creditors and carry on with their business. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Bankruptcies.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Import Prices

Import Prices in Hong Kong decreased to 111.50 Index Points in March of 2013 from 112.10 Index Points in February of 2013. Import Prices in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1982 until 2013, Hong Kong Import Prices averaged 87.73 Index Points reaching an all time high of 112.70 Index Points in November of 2012 and a record low of 59.30 Index Points in July of 1982. In Hong Kong, Import Prices correspond to the rate of change in the prices of goods and services purchased by residents of that country from, and supplied by, foreign sellers. Import Prices are heavily affected by exchange rates. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Import Prices.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Housing Index

Housing Index in Hong Kong decreased to 16217 HKD Million in April of 2013 from 21639 HKD Million in March of 2013. Housing Index in Hong Kong is reported by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. Historically, from 1992 until 2013, Hong Kong Housing Index averaged 15045.43 HKD Million reaching an all time high of 43504 HKD Million in March of 2011 and a record low of 3793 HKD Million in February of 1995. In Hong Kong, Housing Index is measured by the total amount of new approved residential mortgage loans. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Housing Index.

source: Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Hong Kong Gross National Product

Gross National Product in Hong Kong decreased to 449157 HKD Million in the first quarter of 2012 from 488515 HKD Million in the fourth quarter of 2011. Gross National Product in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1999 until 2012, Hong Kong Gross National Product averaged 369094.78 HKD Million reaching an all time high of 488515 HKD Million in November of 2011 and a record low of 253526 HKD Million in February of 1999. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Gross National Product.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Government Spending

Government Spending in Hong Kong increased to 46791 HKD Million in the first quarter of 2013 from 43868 HKD Million in the fourth quarter of 2012. Government Spending in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1973 until 2013, Hong Kong Government Spending averaged 24169.38 HKD Million reaching an all time high of 46791 HKD Million in February of 2013 and a record low of 5720 HKD Million in May of 1973. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Government Spending.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong GDP Deflator

GDP Deflator in Hong Kong decreased to 103.80 Index Points in the first quarter of 2013 from 105.90 Index Points in the fourth quarter of 2012. GDP Deflator in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1973 until 2013, Hong Kong GDP Deflator averaged 75.16 Index Points reaching an all time high of 122.80 Index Points in November of 1997 and a record low of 16.60 Index Points in February of 1973. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong GDP Deflator.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Wages in Manufacturing

Wages in Manufacturing in Hong Kong decreased to 172.80 Index Points in the fourth quarter of 2012 from 173.60 Index Points in the third quarter of 2012. Wages in Manufacturing in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1999 until 2012, Hong Kong Wages in Manufacturing averaged 152.62 Index Points reaching an all time high of 173.60 Index Points in August of 2012 and a record low of 141.80 Index Points in August of 2003. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Wages in Manufacturing.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Wages

Wages in Hong Kong increased to 187.50 Index Points in the fourth quarter of 2012 from 185.60 Index Points in the third quarter of 2012. Wages in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1999 until 2012, Hong Kong Wages averaged 156.21 Index Points reaching an all time high of 187.50 Index Points in November of 2012 and a record low of 144.80 Index Points in August of 2004. In Hong Kong, wages are benchmarked using nominal salaries. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Wages.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Unemployed Persons

Unemployed Persons in Hong Kong increased to 133.50 Thousand Persons in April of 2013 from 132.50 Thousand Persons in March of 2013. Unemployed Persons in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1981 until 2013, Hong Kong Unemployed Persons averaged 122.34 Thousand Persons reaching an all time high of 307.70 Thousand Persons in August of 2003 and a record low of 24.90 Thousand Persons in February of 1989. In Hong Kong, unemployed persons are individuals who are without a job and actively seeking to work. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Unemployed Persons.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Terms of Trade

Terms of Trade in Hong Kong increased to 100.40 Index Points in March of 2013 from 100.20 Index Points in February of 2013. Terms of Trade in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1982 until 2013, Hong Kong Terms of Trade averaged 103.55 Index Points reaching an all time high of 108.50 Index Points in August of 1985 and a record low of 99 Index Points in June of 2010. In Hong Kong, Terms of Trade (ToT) correspond to the ratio of Price of exportable goods to the Price of importable goods. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Terms of Trade.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Producer Prices

Producer Prices in Hong Kong increased to 114.60 Index Points in the first quarter of 2013 from 113.30 Index Points in the fourth quarter of 2012. Producer Prices in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1990 until 2013, Hong Kong Producer Prices averaged 94.50 Index Points reaching an all time high of 114.60 Index Points in February of 2013 and a record low of 84.70 Index Points in February of 1990. In Hong Kong, the Producer Price Index measures the average change in price of goods and services sold by manufacturers and producers in the wholesale market during a given period. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Producer Prices.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Productivity

Productivity in Hong Kong increased to 144.60 Index Points in 2011 from 138.60 Index Points in 2010. Productivity in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 2001 until 2011, Hong Kong Productivity averaged 123.47 Index Points reaching an all time high of 144.60 Index Points in June of 2011 and a record low of 99.40 Index Points in June of 2001. In Hong Kong, Productivity is the real value of output produced by a unit of labor during a certain time. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Productivity.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Money Supply M3

Money Supply M3 in Hong Kong increased to 9225127.10 HKD Million in April of 2013 from 9069868.20 HKD Million in March of 2013. Money Supply M3 in Hong Kong is reported by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. Historically, from 1980 until 2013, Hong Kong Money Supply M3 averaged 3008499.65 HKD Million reaching an all time high of 9231934 HKD Million in January of 2013 and a record low of 138773 HKD Million in December of 1980. Hong Kong Money Supply M3 includes M2 plus long-term time deposits in banks. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Money Supply M3.

source: Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Hong Kong Money Supply M2

Money Supply M2 in Hong Kong increased to 9201951.48 HKD Million in April of 2013 from 9047163.80 HKD Million in March of 2013. Money Supply M2 in Hong Kong is reported by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. Historically, from 1969 until 2013, Hong Kong Money Supply M2 averaged 2219378.46 HKD Million reaching an all time high of 9210328 HKD Million in January of 2013 and a record low of 14225 HKD Million in December of 1969. Hong Kong Money Supply M2 includes M1 plus short-term time deposits in banks. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Money Supply M2.

source: Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Hong Kong Money Supply M1

Money Supply M1 in Hong Kong increased to 1416331.99 HKD Million in April of 2013 from 1390746.14 HKD Million in March of 2013. Money Supply M1 in Hong Kong is reported by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. Historically, from 1969 until 2013, Hong Kong Money Supply M1 averaged 244720.83 HKD Million reaching an all time high of 1428799.16 HKD Million in February of 2013 and a record low of 5642 HKD Million in December of 1969. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Money Supply M1.

source: Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Hong Kong Money Supply M0

Money Supply M0 in Hong Kong decreased to 299842.18 HKD Million in April of 2013 from 300379.24 HKD Million in March of 2013. Money Supply M0 in Hong Kong is reported by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. Historically, from 1981 until 2013, Hong Kong Money Supply M0 averaged 91666.09 HKD Million reaching an all time high of 300379.24 HKD Million in March of 2013 and a record low of 8642 HKD Million in March of 1981. Hong Kong Money Supply M0 is the most liquid measure of the money supply including coins and notes in circulation and other assets that are easily convertible into cash. Money Supply M0 and M1, are also known as narrow money. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Money Supply M0.

source: Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Hong Kong Loans to Private Sector

Loans to Private Sector in Hong Kong increased to 5803523 HKD Million in April of 2013 from 5740514 HKD Million in March of 2013. Loans to Private Sector in Hong Kong is reported by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. Historically, from 1978 until 2013, Hong Kong Loans to Private Sector averaged 2210727.11 HKD Million reaching an all time high of 5803523 HKD Million in April of 2013 and a record low of 100529 HKD Million in December of 1978. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Loans to Private Sector.

source: Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Hong Kong Labour Costs

Labour Costs in Hong Kong increased to 132.60 Index Points in the fourth quarter of 2012 from 125.50 Index Points in the third quarter of 2012. Historically, from 1994 until 2012, Hong Kong Labour Costs averaged 109.93 Index Points reaching an all time high of 144.80 Index Points in February of 2012 and a record low of 76.20 Index Points in May of 1994. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Labour Costs.

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Hong Kong Export Prices

Export Prices in Hong Kong decreased to 112 Index Points in March of 2013 from 112.30 Index Points in February of 2013. Export Prices in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1982 until 2013, Hong Kong Export Prices averaged 90.75 Index Points reaching an all time high of 112.60 Index Points in June of 2012 and a record low of 61.70 Index Points in January of 1982. In Hong Kong, Export Prices correspond to the rate of change in the prices of goods and services sold by residents of that country to foreign buyers. Export Prices are heavily affected by exchange rates. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Export Prices.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Employed Persons

Employed Persons in Hong Kong decreased to 3718.30 Thousand Persons in April of 2013 from 3720.20 Thousand Persons in March of 2013. Employed Persons in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1981 until 2013, Hong Kong Employed Persons averaged 3031.65 Thousand Persons reaching an all time high of 3720.20 Thousand Persons in March of 2013 and a record low of 2370.60 Thousand Persons in March of 1983. In Hong Kong, employed persons are individuals with a minimum required age who work during a certain time for a business. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Employed Persons.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Consumer Spending

Consumer Spending in Hong Kong decreased to 330324 HKD Million in the first quarter of 2013 from 338496 HKD Million in the fourth quarter of 2012. Consumer Spending in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1973 until 2013, Hong Kong Consumer Spending averaged 154238.80 HKD Million reaching an all time high of 338496 HKD Million in November of 2012 and a record low of 34061 HKD Million in February of 1974. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Consumer Spending.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Consumer Price Index (CPI)

Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Hong Kong increased to 115.10 Index Points in April of 2013 from 114 Index Points in March of 2013. Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1980 until 2013, Hong Kong Consumer Price Index (CPI) averaged 76.75 Index Points reaching an all time high of 115.10 Index Points in April of 2013 and a record low of 26.30 Index Points in October of 1980. In Hong Kong, the Consumer Price Index or CPI measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for a basket of goods and services. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Consumer Price Index (CPI).

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Changes in Inventories

Changes in Inventories in Hong Kong increased to 2913 HKD Million in the first quarter of 2013 from -380 HKD Million in the fourth quarter of 2012. Changes in Inventories in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1973 until 2013, Hong Kong Changes in Inventories averaged 2608.80 HKD Million reaching an all time high of 26514 HKD Million in February of 2010 and a record low of -13315 HKD Million in November of 1998. In Hong Kong, changes in inventories are often a leading indicator for the overall performance of the economy. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Changes in Inventories.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Car Registrations

Car Registrations in Hong Kong decreased to 2427 Cars in April of 2013 from 3793 Cars in March of 2013. Car Registrations in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1980 until 2013, Hong Kong Car Registrations averaged 2317.41 Cars reaching an all time high of 6154 Cars in February of 1980 and a record low of 332 Cars in March of 1984. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Car Registrations.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Capital Flows

Capital Flows in Hong Kong increased to -32047 HKD Million in the fourth quarter of 2012 from -51176 HKD Million in the third quarter of 2012. Capital Flows in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1999 until 2012, Hong Kong Capital Flows averaged -33795.21 HKD Million reaching an all time high of 31399 HKD Million in May of 2012 and a record low of -89673 HKD Million in November of 2008. In Hong Kong, international capital flows are measured using the Capital and Financial Account Balance of the Balance of Payments. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Capital Flows.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Imports

Imports in Hong Kong decreased to 332963 Million HKD in April of 2013 from 340857 Million HKD in March of 2013. Imports in Hong Kong is reported by the Census & Statistics Department. Historically, from 1952 until 2013, Hong Kong Imports averaged 68348.80 Million HKD reaching an all time high of 358914.40 Million HKD in December of 2012 and a record low of 230 Million HKD in February of 1954. Hong Kong imports mainly machinery and equipment (around 56 percent of total imports), manufactured goods and articles (30 percent), chemicals (5 percent), mineral fuels (4 percent) and food (3.7 percent). Main import partners are China (45 percent), Japan (8.5 percent) and Singapore (6.7 percent). Others include the United States and Taiwan. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Imports.

source: Census & Statistics Department

Hong Kong Exports

Exports in Hong Kong decreased to 290267 Million HKD in April of 2013 from 291711 Million HKD in March of 2013. Exports in Hong Kong is reported by the Census & Statistics Department. Historically, from 1952 until 2013, Hong Kong Exports averaged 63583.46 Million HKD reaching an all time high of 313160.60 Million HKD in September of 2012 and a record low of 172 Million HKD in August of 1953. Hong Kong has an export oriented economy with 98 percent of shipments coming from re-exports. Major exports are electronics and household electrical appliances which accounts for 58 percent of total exports. Other exports include clothing and footwear (6 percent), textile yarn and fabrics (2.4 percent), toys and games (2.3 percent) and watches and clocks (2.2 percent). Major export partners are China (54 percent), the United States (9.9 percent) and the European Union (9.7 percent). Others include: Japan, Singapore, Taiwan and South Korea. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Exports.

source: Census & Statistics Department

Hong Kong Balance of Trade

Hong Kong recorded a trade deficit of 42696 Million HKD in April of 2013. Balance of Trade in Hong Kong is reported by the Census & Statistics Department. Historically, from 1952 until 2013, Hong Kong Balance of Trade averaged -4765.32 Million HKD reaching an all time high of 7227.80 Million HKD in January of 2009 and a record low of -49146 Million HKD in March of 2013. Since the late 1990’s Hong Kong has been recording trade deficits, as imports grew at a faster pace than exports. Hong Kong major exports are electronics and household electrical appliances, clothing and footwear, textile yarn and fabrics, toys and games and watches and clocks. The country imports mainly machinery and equipment, manufactured goods and articles, mineral fuels and food. Main trading partner is China (54 percent of total exports and 45 percent of total imports). Others include: Japan, the United States and Taiwan. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Balance of Trade.

source: Census & Statistics Department

Hong Kong Current Account

Hong Kong recorded a Current Account surplus of 11847 Million HKD in the fourth quarter of 2012. Current Account in Hong Kong is reported by the Census & Statistics Department. Historically, from 1999 until 2012, Hong Kong Current Account averaged 32750.93 Million HKD reaching an all time high of 92020 Million HKD in November of 2008 and a record low of -7831 Million HKD in May of 2012. Current Account is the sum of the balance of trade (exports minus imports of goods and services), net factor income (such as interest and dividends) and net transfer payments (such as foreign aid). This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Current Account.

source: Census & Statistics Department

Hong Kong Industrial Production

Industrial Production in Hong Kong increased 0.50 percent in the first quarter of 2013 over the same quarter in the previous year. Industrial Production in Hong Kong is reported by the Census & Statistics Department. Historically, from 2006 until 2013, Hong Kong Industrial Production averaged -1.40 Percent reaching an all time high of 7.10 Percent in March of 2006 and a record low of -10.60 Percent in December of 2008. In Hong Kong, industrial production measures the output of businesses integrated in industrial sector of the economy such as manufacturing, mining, and utilities. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Industrial Production.

source: Census & Statistics Department

Hong Kong Foreign Exchange Reserves

Foreign Exchange Reserves in Hong Kong decreased to 305700 USD Million in May of 2013 from 306500 USD Million in April of 2013. Foreign Exchange Reserves in Hong Kong is reported by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. Historically, from 1993 until 2013, Hong Kong Foreign Exchange Reserves averaged 148611.60 USD Million reaching an all time high of 321000 USD Million in January of 2013 and a record low of 38357 USD Million in June of 1993. In Hong Kong, Foreign Exchange Reserves are the foreign assets held or controlled by the country central bank. The reserves are made of gold or a specific currency. They can also be special drawing rights and marketable securities denominated in foreign currencies like treasury bills, government bonds, corporate bonds and equities and foreign currency loans. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Foreign Exchange Reserves.

source: Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Hong Kong Population

The total population in Hong Kong was last recorded at 7.2 million people in 2012 from 3.1 million in 1960, changing 133 percent during the last 50 years. Population in Hong Kong is reported by the Census & Statistics Department. Historically, from 1960 until 2012, Hong Kong Population averaged 5.36 Million reaching an all time high of 7.17 Million in December of 2012 and a record low of 3.08 Million in December of 1960. The population of Hong Kong represents 0.10 percent of the world´s total population which arguably means that one person in every 982 people on the planet is a resident of Hong Kong. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Population.

source: Census & Statistics Department

Hong Kong Interest Rate

The benchmark interest rate in Hong Kong was last recorded at 0.50 percent. Interest Rate in Hong Kong is reported by the HK Monetary Authority. Historically, from 1998 until 2013, Hong Kong Interest Rate averaged 4.05 Percent reaching an all time high of 8 Percent in January of 2001 and a record low of 0.50 Percent in December of 2008. In Hong Kong the interest rates decisions are taken by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA). The main interest rate is base rate, adjusted with accordance to the Hong Kong dollar’s demand or supply. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Interest Rate.

source: HK Monetary Authority

Hong Kong Retail Sales YoY

Retail Sales in Hong Kong increased 19.40 percent in April of 2013 over the same month in the previous year. Retail Sales YoY in Hong Kong is reported by the Censtatd. Historically, from 2005 until 2013, Hong Kong Retail Sales YoY averaged 11.85 Percent reaching an all time high of 35.80 Percent in February of 2010 and a record low of -12.70 Percent in February of 2009. In Hong Kong, the year-over-year change in Retail sales compares the aggregated sales of retail goods and services during a certain month to the same month a year ago. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Annual Retail Sales.

source: Censtatd

Hong Kong Inflation Rate

The inflation rate in Hong Kong was recorded at 4 percent in April of 2013. Inflation Rate in Hong Kong is reported by the Census & Statistics Department. Historically, from 1981 until 2013, Hong Kong Inflation Rate averaged 4.59 Percent reaching an all time high of 16 Percent in October of 1981 and a record low of -6.10 Percent in August of 1999. In Hong Kong, the composite consumer price index is based on a monthly survey conducted throughout the territory. The indicator consists of 980 consumer goods and services classified into 9 major groups. Housing accounts for 31.6 percent of total weight, Food for 27.5 percent and Miscellaneous Services such as education, communications, information and medical care for 15.9 percent. Transport constitutes 8.5 percent of total index; Durable Goods for 5.2 percent; Miscellaneous Goods for 4.2 percent and Clothing and Footwear for 3.4 percent. Electricity, Gas and Water account for 3.1 percent and Alcoholic Drinks and Tobacco for the remaining 0.6 percent. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Inflation Rate.

source: Census & Statistics Department

Hong Kong GDP Annual Growth Rate

The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in Hong Kong expanded 2.80 percent in the first quarter of 2013 over the same quarter of the previous year. GDP Annual Growth Rate in Hong Kong is reported by the Census & Statistics Department. Historically, from 1974 until 2013, Hong Kong GDP Annual Growth Rate averaged 5.55 Percent reaching an all time high of 20.70 Percent in December of 1976 and a record low of -8.10 Percent in September of 1998. In recent years, Hong Kong has become an international hub for business, trade and finance importers willing to access the Chinese market. As such, the largest sector of the economy is services, which accounts for around 93 percent of GDP. Within services, the most important are wholesale and retail trade (25 percent of GDP); public administration and social services (17 percent); finance and insurance (16 percent); real estate and business services (11 percent); ownership of premises (10 percent) and transportation and postal services (6 percent). Information and communications and food and accommodation account for 8 percent. Construction represents 3.5 percent of GDP and electricity, water and gas supply, waste management and manufacturing 3.4 percent. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong GDP Annual Growth Rate.

source: Census & Statistics Department

Hong Kong GDP Growth Rate

The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in Hong Kong expanded 0.20 percent in the first quarter of 2013 over the previous quarter. GDP Growth Rate in Hong Kong is reported by the Census & Statistics Department. Historically, from 1990 until 2013, Hong Kong GDP Growth Rate averaged 0.97 Percent reaching an all time high of 6.30 Percent in September of 2003 and a record low of -3.50 Percent in March of 2009. Hong Kong has an export oriented economy and in spite of small size is the 9th largest trading entity in the world. Since 2000, the economy grew at an average of 0.99 percent quarter-on-quarter, boosted by international trade. Indeed, as Hong Kong became a platform between Chinese companies and importers from all around the world, the value of goods and services exchanged reached four times the GDP. Yet, the high reliance on exports and tight housing supply conditions are the main treats to future growth. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong GDP Growth Rate.

source: Census & Statistics Department

Hong Kong Consumer Confidence

Consumer Confidence in Hong kong increased to 108 in the first quarter of 2013 from 85 in the fourth quarter of 2012. Consumer Confidence in Hong kong is reported by the Nielsen. Historically, from 2006 until 2013, Hong Kong Consumer Confidence averaged 99.73 reaching an all time high of 118 in December of 2007 and a record low of 70 in March of 2009. In Hong Kong, the Consumer Confidence Index is part of The Nielsen Global Survey of Consumer Confidence and Spending Intentions. The survey is conducted every quarter by the Internet and measures the level of optimism that consumers have about job prospects, personal finances and spending intentions. Twice a year, the survey also includes questions regarding consumer habits and opinions on a number of other issues, ranging from climate change to online shopping and food safety. The index levels above 100 indicate optimism and below 100 indicate pessimism. This page includes a chart with historical data for Consumer Confidence in Hong kong.

source: Nielsen

Hong Kong Business Confidence

Business Confidence in Hong Kong increased to 9 in the second quarter of 2013 from -1 in the first quarter of 2013. Business Confidence in Hong Kong is reported by the Census & Statistics Department. Historically, from 2006 until 2013, Hong Kong Business Confidence averaged 11.53 reaching an all time high of 32 in September of 2006 and a record low of -53 in March of 2009. In Hong Kong, the Quarterly Business Tendency Survey measures the expectations of entrepreneurs regarding changes in business situation in the current quarter compared to the previous quarter. The survey covers a sample of 560 senior managers from the main sectors of the economy: manufacturing; construction; wholesale and retail trade; accommodation and food services; transportation, storage and courier services; information and communications; financing and insurance; real estate; and professional and business services sectors. The survey result is presented as a net balance: the difference between the percentage of respondents choosing “a better outlook” and that choosing "a worse outlook". A positive sign indicates a likely upward trend while a negative sign, a likely downward trend. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Business Confidence.

source: Census & Statistics Department

Hong Kong Job Vacancies

Job Vacancies in Hong Kong decreased to 65095 in the fourth quarter of 2012 from 69460 in the third quarter of 2012. Job Vacancies in Hong Kong is reported by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong. Historically, from 1980 until 2012, Hong Kong Job Vacancies averaged 52276.23 reaching an all time high of 127765 in March of 1989 and a record low of 15919 in March of 2003. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Job Vacancies.

source: Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Government Budget

Hong Kong recorded a Government Budget surplus equal to 3.50 percent of the country's Gross Domestic Product in 2011. Government Budget in Hong Kong is reported by the GovHK. Historically, from 1999 until 2011, Hong Kong Government Budget averaged 0.72 Percent of GDP reaching an all time high of 8.60 Percent of GDP in December of 2007 and a record low of -6.26 Percent of GDP in December of 2002. Government Budget is an itemized accounting of the payments received by government (taxes and other fees) and the payments made by government (purchases and transfer payments). A budget deficit occurs when an government spends more money than it takes in. The opposite of a budget deficit is a budget surplus. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Government Budget.

source: GovHK

Hong Kong Government Debt To GDP

Hong Kong recorded a Government Debt to GDP of 33.10 percent of the country's Gross Domestic Product in 2012. Government Debt To GDP in Hong Kong is reported by the GovHK. Historically, from 1988 until 2012, Hong Kong Government Debt To GDP averaged 25.37 Percent reaching an all time high of 34.60 Percent in December of 2010 and a record low of 13.70 Percent in December of 1992. Generally, Government debt as a percent of GDP is used by investors to measure a country ability to make future payments on its debt, thus affecting the country borrowing costs and government bond yields. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Government Debt To GDP.

source: GovHK

Hong Kong Current Account to GDP

Hong Kong recorded a Current Account surplus of 5.30 percent of the country's Gross Domestic Product in 2011. Current Account to GDP in Hong Kong is reported by the Census & Statistics Department. Historically, from 1980 until 2011, Hong Kong Current Account to GDP averaged 4.9 Percent reaching an all time high of 13.7 Percent in December of 2008 and a record low of -6.3 Percent in December of 1995. The Current account balance as a percent of GDP provides an indication on the level of international competitiveness of a country. Usually, countries recording a strong current account surplus have an economy heavily dependent on exports revenues, with high savings ratings but weak domestic demand. On the other hand, countries recording a current account deficit have strong imports, a low saving rates and high personal consumption rates as a percentage of disposable incomes. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Current Account to GDP.

source: Census & Statistics Department

Hong Kong Interbank Rate

Interbank Rate in Hong Kong increased to 0.50 percent in December of 2012 from 0.45 percent in November of 2012. Interbank Rate in Hong Kong is reported by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. Historically, from 1982 until 2012, Hong Kong Interbank Rate averaged 4.94 Percent reaching an all time high of 15.56 Percent in September of 1983 and a record low of 0.07 Percent in December of 2003. In Hong Kong, the interbank rate is the rate of interest charged on short-term loans made between banks. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong Interbank Rate.

source: Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Hong Kong | Credit Rating

Standard & Poor's credit rating for Hong Kong stands at AAA. Moody's rating for Hong Kong sovereign debt is Aa1. Fitch's credit rating for Hong Kong is AA+. In general, a credit rating is used by sovereign wealth funds, pension funds and other investors to gauge the credit worthiness of Hong Kong thus having a big impact on the country's borrowing costs. This page includes the government debt credit rating for Hong Kong as reported by major credit rating agencies.

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Hong Kong GDP

The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in Hong Kong was worth 243.67 billion US dollars in 2011. The GDP value of Hong Kong represents 0.39 percent of the world economy. GDP in Hong Kong is reported by the The World Bank Group. Historically, from 1960 until 2011, Hong Kong GDP averaged 80.2 USD Billion reaching an all time high of 243.7 USD Billion in December of 2011 and a record low of 1.3 USD Billion in December of 1960. The gross domestic product (GDP) measures of national income and output for a given country's economy. The gross domestic product (GDP) is equal to the total expenditures for all final goods and services produced within the country in a stipulated period of time. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong GDP.

source: The World Bank Group

Hong Kong GDP per capita

The Gross Domestic Product per capita in Hong Kong was last recorded at 37351.76 US dollars in 2011. The GDP per Capita in Hong Kong is equivalent to 302 percent of the world's average. GDP per capita in Hong Kong is reported by the World Bank. Historically, from 1960 until 2011, Hong Kong GDP per capita averaged 16942.1 USD reaching an all time high of 37351.8 USD in December of 2011 and a record low of 3079.8 USD in December of 1960. The GDP per capita is obtained by dividing the country’s gross domestic product, adjusted by inflation, by the total population. This page includes a chart with historical data for Hong Kong GDP per capita.

source: World Bank

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