Hong Kong Government Statistics Department: The SME business climate in Hong Kong was generally stable in October, and the current trend index of business earnings rose slightly to 43.8

The Zhitong Finance App learned that on November 10, the Statistics Department of the Hong Kong Government announced the results of a statistical survey on the business conditions of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in October 2026. According to the survey, the current trend index of SME business income rose slightly from 43.7 in the contraction region in September 2026 to 43.8 in October 2026, while the business earnings outlook index for the next month (that is, November 2026) is 46.8.

According to industry analysis, the current business revenue trend index for some of the surveyed industries increased in October compared to the previous month. Among them, the import and export trade industry rose from 43.3 to 44.9, showing relatively outstanding performance.

The current trend index for new orders in the import and export trade industry rose from 44.3 in September 2026 to 44.6 in October 2026, while the new order outlook index for the next month (that is, November 2026) is 47.4.

A Hong Kong government spokesman said that the business climate for SMEs was generally stable in October. The current trend index of SME business earnings rose slightly from the previous month, although the outlook trend index moderated slightly from recent highs. Meanwhile, the overall employment trend index improved for the second month in a row.

Looking ahead, Hong Kong's economy has performed strongly since this year, and is expected to maintain steady growth in the future, providing continued support for business confidence. However, continuing external uncertainties may still affect the short-term climate. The Government will continue to closely monitor the situation.