Hong Kong Retail Sales Volume YoY for August 2025: Bullish for HKD

The Census and Statistics Department of the Hong Kong SAR released the year-on-year retail sales volume data for August 2025 on September 1, 2025. The actual figure was 1.9%, matching the forecast of 1.9%, with a previous reading of 1.00%.Definition: Retail sales represent the aggregated value of goods sold by stores primarily engaged in retail business, including both cash and credit transactions. In terms of market impact, a reported figure exceeding the forecast is considered bullish for the Hong Kong dollar.This indicator has an importance rating of 1 and utilizes statistical methods that track sales of both new and used goods within individual or household consumption. Data is released monthly, with the next publication scheduled for October 31, 2025.

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