HKREITA x Deloitte Jointly Released Market Research Report

Hong Kong REITS Association Limited (HKREITA) and Deloitte China jointly released Unlocking Future Growth through Reform: A Vision for Hong Kong REIT Market, a market research report drawing on insights from REIT industry leaders and comparative analysis of major REIT jurisdictions to examine how regulatory enhancements, tax optimisation and market development measures can strengthen Hong Kong's REIT ecosystem.

Key analysis include:

• Flexible regulatory and tax framework crucial for Hong Kong real estate investment trust (REIT) market expansion
• Introduction of corporate REIT structures, flexible development and property holding rules, tax transparency treatment and lower stamp duty for REIT property transfers identified as key measures to enhance city's appeal
• Upcoming Stock Connect inclusion and government support measures poised to strengthen market accessibility and boost investor participation

The full report is available here.