DHL Hong Kong Air Trade Leading Index Q2 2018
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The DHL Hong Kong Air Trade Leading Index has published its results for Q2 2018.
Highlights of the DTI Q2 2018 include:
- The overall trade outlook for Q2 2018 had a slight downward adjustment
amid concerns over escalating trade conflict between the United States and
China. Despite this, the latest DTI survey found that there are limited concerns
about air trade and overall outlook for air trade is more positive, compared to
the same period last year.
- Outlook on air imports remains optimistic despite a modest dip from the
previous quarter.
- Air exports index dropped and is predicted to encounter challenges. Market demand has gained strength and turned positive in the Americas, but is countered by issues in Asia Pacific and Europe. • The Hong Kong government is planning to use its financial surplus to improve residents’ livelihoods. It is generally believed that this development will boost air import demand
The DHL Hong Kong Air Trade Leading Index report is available at u.hkpc.org/dti_eng.
The first indicator of its kind in Hong Kong, commissioned by DHL Express Hong Kong and compiled by the Hong Kong Productivity Council, the DHL Hong Kong Air Trade Leading Index aims to provide a forward looking perspective on overall air export and import trade volumes by analyzing key attributes of business demand.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the overall sentiment towards air trade in Q2 2018?
What is the overall sentiment towards air trade in Q2 2018?
Despite concerns over the US-China trade conflict, the overall outlook for air trade is more positive compared to the same period last year, with limited concerns noted in the latest survey.
Q.How did air imports and exports perform in Q2 2018?
How did air imports and exports perform in Q2 2018?
The outlook for air imports remains optimistic, experiencing only a modest dip from the previous quarter. However, the air exports index dropped and is expected to face challenges.
Q.Which regions showed differing market demands in Q2 2018?
Which regions showed differing market demands in Q2 2018?
Market demand in the Americas gained strength and turned positive during Q2 2018. This positive trend was, however, offset by issues experienced within the Asia Pacific and Europe regions.
Q.What local government action might impact air import demand in Hong Kong?
What local government action might impact air import demand in Hong Kong?
The Hong Kong government's plan to use its financial surplus to improve residents' livelihoods is generally expected to boost demand for air imports in the region.
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