The HKMA Half-Yearly Monetary and Financial Stability Report (March 2026 edition) is available, offering analysis of key factors influencing Hong Kong’s economy and financial landscape.

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In the first episode of the new HKMA Podcast, Executive Director (Research) Zhu Haibin unpacks key findings of the Report.
🎙This episode explores:
- Global dynamics to watch for 2026
- The impact of A.I. boom
- Supporting SMEs amid trade uncertainty

Watch podcast here: https://youtu.be/igmg6Xp8h3o
Read the report: https://hkma.gov.hk/eng/data-publications-and-research/publications/half-yearly-monetary-financial-stability-report/202603/…