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Office Vacancies Increase in Hong Kong, Reflecting Global Trend

The demand for more flexible work environments is contributing to office vacancies in Hong Kong.

Dominic CatacorabyDominic Catacora
August 28, 2023
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Office Vacancies Increase in Hong Kong, Reflecting Global Trend

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In July, Hong Kong’s Grade A office market experienced a notable increase in office vacancy rates as tenants returned 224,600 square feet more space than they acquired, according to JLL’s Hong Kong Property Market Monitor report.  

This movement factored into a slight uptick in the city’s overall office vacancy rates, which increased from 12.6 percent in June to 12.8 percent overall in July. JLL’s insights are reflective of broader workforce trends that are reshaping office usage in major metro areas around the world, influenced by high interest rates and the adoption of hybrid work models.  

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It’s reported that there were some encouraging signs amidst the challenging commercial real estate environment in Hong Kong. An increase in leases from businesses in the travel and leisure industries brought a glimmer of positivity to the otherwise subdued office market.  

Office usage is driven by factors such as technological advancements, changing employee preferences, and the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic. The hybrid work model, which combines remote and in-office work, has been widely adopted by businesses in the post-pandemic workforce.  

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The data reveals other Hong Kong specific trends. The prime Central district experienced a vacancy rate of 9.6 percent, while Wan Chai/Causeway Bay and Hong Kong East stood at 10.2 percent and 12.7 percent, respectively. 

It’s also reported that Hong Kong’s rental rates saw minor fluctuations, with net effective monthly rent easing by 0.6 percent to HK$53.80 per square foot. Notably, Kowloon Bay stood out with significant leasing activities, showcasing how companies are strategically expanding their office spaces in select locations. 

Slight increases in office vacancies are indicative of how businesses are taking steps to modify their office footprints. These trends are likely to continue as more companies prioritize creating flexible, collaborative, and purposeful office spaces that serve as hubs for teamwork, innovation, and employee engagement.  

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Dominic Catacora

Dominic Catacora is a Staff Writer for Allwork.space. He is based in Pittsburgh, PA. He graduated from Radford University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Media Studies - Journalism. He has previously covered the Historic Triangle as a journalist living in Williamsburg, Va, and is now focused on writing related to the future of work.

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