Hong Kong Banks Slash Property Valuations

The transcript discusses the weakening market, highlighting signs such as government warnings, price drops, and aggressive bank valuations. It examines the impact of rising US rates on property trends and the potential cooling of Hong Kong's property market due to factors like reduced liquidity, yuan weakening, and the US-China trade war. Analysts predict a significant but not catastrophic decline, with Nomura forecasting a 13% slide.

What are some indicators of the weakening market mentioned in the video?

• Stable bank valuations

• Rising property prices

• Increased government spending

• Government warnings and falling prices

What has been the trend in property prices amidst rising rates in the US?

• Prices have fluctuated unpredictably

• Prices have decreased

• Prices have remained stable

• Prices have continued to rise

Which factor is NOT mentioned as contributing to the cooling of the Hong Kong property market?

• US-China Trade War

• Increased liquidity in Hong Kong

• Weakening of the yuan

• Rising rates in the US

What is the general sentiment among analysts regarding the Hong Kong property market?

• Expecting a catastrophic slump

• Forecasting a market boom

• Predicting a significant decline but not catastrophic

• Anticipating stable market conditions

According to the video, what percentage slide does Nomura predict for the market?

• 10%

• 13%

• 20%

• 5%