New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme Enhances Property Sales in Hong Kong
Monday, 4 November 2024, 11:15
New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme Fuels Luxury Property Transactions
The new capital investment entrant scheme has reinvigorated the luxury property market in Hong Kong, leading to a substantial uptick in property sales.
Surge in Residential Transactions
- Increased sales volume reported with a total of 4,697 homes sold in October, indicating a 65% rise from September.
- The overall property transactions also escalated by 52%.
- Chief Analyst Buggle Lau Ka-fai forecasts home sales to exceed 7,000 units in November.
Policy Implications
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu's recent policies, coupled with interest rate cuts, have been pivotal in enhancing the attractiveness of real estate.
- The easing of mortgage-finance requirements by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority supports greater accessibility.
- Transactions worth over HK$50 million now qualify under the new investment scheme.
- Three properties valued between HK$100 million and HK$1.05 billion were sold at The Peak.
Looking Ahead to 2024
Forecasts indicate that property sales could reach 56,000 units for the year, as market conditions are expected to stabilize.
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