Vendors at the Hong Kong Brands and Products Expo anticipate up to a 20% sales increase from last year, thanks to larger crowds and favorable weather. The 59th edition of the event, organized by the Chinese Manufacturers’ Association of Hong Kong, opened at Victoria Park in Causeway Bay and runs for 24 days until January 5. Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po was among the first visitors, browsing and purchasing various items.
The Hong Kong Brands and Products Expo, one of the city's largest annual bazaars, kicked off its 59th edition on Saturday at Victoria Park in Causeway Bay, running for 24 days until January 5. Organized by the Chinese Manufacturers’ Association of Hong Kong, the fair features more than 900 booths offering food, home appliances, beauty, and health products at significant discounts. Some exhibitors are introducing modern twists on traditional items to draw in shoppers.
Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po was among the early visitors, stopping by stalls selling supplements, candles, and coffee, while tasting noodles, sea cucumber, and dim sum. Vendors are optimistic, projecting sales to rise by up to 20% compared to last year, attributed to higher attendance and good weather.
“We brought 20 per cent more stock with us this year,” said Lisa Lau, managing director of Ah Yat Abalone Princess, known for its HK$1 (13 US cents) deal on a bag of abalone products worth HK$460 for the first 20 orders. “We used to do this offer only on the first day of the fair, but we’re doing it for eight days this year in response to the organiser’s call, in the hope of helping spread some joy after what had happened in Tai Po,” she added, referring to the deadly fire that killed at least 160 people last month.
The expo highlights Hong Kong brands and aims to boost consumer spending through promotions and innovations.