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Hong Kong pay growth slows as Guangdong accelerates, survey finds

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An annual survey conducted by Hong Kong Baptist University reveals a divergence in wage trends between Hong Kong and Guangdong for 2026. While Hong Kong workers experienced a deceleration in pay growth, Guangdong saw an acceleration in wage increases during the same period.

The findings also highlight a narrowing salary gap within Hong Kong, as starting pay for university graduates has moved closer to the compensation levels of non-degree holders. These shifts reflect evolving labor market dynamics across the Greater Bay Area.

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