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economy Scmp World 2026-04-30

Hong Kong industrial costs surge 50% due to Middle East war.

Operating costs for Hong Kong's industrial and commercial sectors have increased by 50% since the start of the US-Israel war with Iran. Distributors are expected to pass on subsidies to consumers as oil prices rise.

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