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Hong Kong Office And Retail Leasing Markets Q3 2022

Rosanna Tang • 06/10/2022
HK Office and Retail Market Report Q3 2022
 

Hong Kong Office Market Net Absorption Reached 183,000 Sq Ft in Q3

Office Absorption Driven by Pre-Committed Space in Hong Kong East

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Office and retail leasing activities were both relatively quiet in Q3. Overall office market net absorption returned to positive territory on the back of pre-commitments at new projects within the Hong Kong East district. Nevertheless, a rise in the availability rate saw rents trend downward at -2.3% q-o-q in Q3. The local retail market also remained weakened, with total retail sales for January to August 2022 recorded at HK$226.7 billion, down 1.5% y-o-y.
 
Office Market Key Highlights
 
  • Positive net absorption in Q3 was mainly driven by lease commitments at new completions in the Hong Kong East submarket
  • The public sector, insurance firms and flex space operators have been more active in driving new leases
  • Approximately 2M sf of space from new completions entered the market in the quarter, lifting the availability rate to 16% and further pressing rents downwards by 2.3% q o q
  • Tenant-favorable market conditions will continue, with landlords becoming more willing to offer incentives and subsidies
  • Interest rate hikes, high inflation, geopolitical concerns and economic uncertainties are likely to curb office demand in Q4
 
Retail Market Key Highlights
 
  • High street store vacancy edged down in Q3, led by Hong Kong Island submarkets
  • F&B rents picked up moderately, despite high street rents remaining under pressure in Causeway Bay and Tsimshatsui
  • Athleisure and fashion brands to help support retail demand, with some expansion activities observed
  • Latest “0+3” quarantine policy can help long term growth, but may shift local spending abroad in the near term
  • Retail market could see a more meaningful recovery in 2023 if the quarantine rules are further relaxed

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