Hong Kong property market gets reprieve on rates, but position remains precarious

Hong Kong's property market received a temporary reprieve as major local banks, including HSBC, kept their prime rates unchanged despite the Federal Reserve's rate hike. This decision should have no immediate impact on the local market, but industry insiders warn that another rate increase could still cause significant damage. The market's position remains precarious, making it vulnerable to future shocks.

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The Federal Reserve's rate hike did not immediately affect Hong Kong's property market. This is because local banks kept their prime rates unchanged, which could help stabilize the market.

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