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RESEARCH REPORT
Discover how forward-looking businesses are thriving amid uncertainty
From shifting trade corridors to currency volatility, Hong Kong’s trading sector is facing new layers of complexity. The latest future of Hong Kong trade report reveals how the most competitive businesses are locking in growth through smart use of technology.
IN THIS REPORT
While many businesses are playing it safe, those willing to act are finding unexpected advantages
69% are taking a wait-and-see approach with idle capital
Learn how agile firms are rethinking capital deployment to stay competitive in an evolving economy.
48% of companies plan to export to Belt & Road countries in the next year
See how businesses are tapping into emerging markets to diversify growth beyond Greater China.
86% of FinTech users report a positive experience
Explore the strategies early adopters are using to drive operational gains and financial returns.
Thriving in uncertainty with Airwallex
“Hong Kong businesses are facing deep financial uncertainty, yet many remain passive when agility is most needed. Our data shows a clear gap between awareness and action — especially in managing FX risk, capital strategies, and idle liquidity. Businesses must act decisively to strengthen financial resilience and stay competitive in an increasingly volatile global economy.”
Arnold Chan
APAC General Manager, Airwallex
HOW AIRWALLEX CAN HELP
Move faster with AI-powered finance operations
Automate day-to-day finance with Kai
Set up Global Accounts, initiate transfers, manage cards, and create spend approval workflows with Kai, the AI assistant.
Put spend workflows on autopilot with Spend AI
Automate repetitive work across cards, expenses, bills, and purchase orders. Matches receipts, categorise expenses, check policies, and routes bills for approval.
Convert more website visitors into customers with Optimize 360
Turn more website visits into sales with AI-powered payment acceptance that helps reduce failed transactions, protect revenue, and keep checkout moving smoothly across markets.
*Airwallex Capital Hong Kong Limited (CE Number: BUL570) (Airwallex Capital) is regulated by the Securities & Futures Commission of Hong Kong (SFC) to provide asset management services. Yield is a low risk-rated discretionary portfolio management service provided by Airwallex Capital Hong Kong Limited. It is not a savings or deposit product. Investments involve risks and Yield does not provide any guarantee or assurance of returns.
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