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When will Hong Kongโ€™s retail leasing market see a turnaround?

Hong Kongโ€™s retail leasing market remained under pressure with rental rates far below the pre-pandemic levels, while Beijingโ€™s crackdown on capital flight and a potential rate hike in the second half of the year by the US Federal Reserve would add to sector uncertainties, according to analysts. The food and beverage sector has seen numerous closures of both casual eateries and high-end restaurants in recent months. Fast-food chain Maximโ€™s MX scaled back operations and closed its South Horizons...