Hong Kong property launch sees brisk sales as buyers unfazed by Trump’s Iran warning

South China Morning Post Economic ImpactNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by Cheryl ArcibalApril 7, 2026 at 07:26 AM

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Hong Kong's La Mirabelle I project in Tseung Kwan O experienced strong sales during its second round of flat releases. By noon, 72 of the 168 units were sold, with another 86 available via tender. The flats, ranging from 360 to 558 sq ft and priced between HK$5.93 million and HK$8.99 million (with discounts), are slightly more expensive than the previous batch. This demand persists despite escalating tensions in the Middle East and warnings from US President Trump regarding Iran, as well as concerns about potential US interest rate hikes due to rising oil prices stemming from the conflict. The sales indicate continued buyer confidence in the Hong Kong property market despite global economic uncertainties.

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US President Donald Trump warned of dire consequences for Tehran if the Strait of Hormuz remained closed.

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Flats were priced 1 per cent higher than those in the previous batch a week ago.

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Flats were priced between HK$5.93 million and HK$8.99 million, including maximum discounts of 15 per cent.

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By noon, 72 of the 168 units had been sold.

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Hong Kong homebuyers flocked to the second round of new flat sales at the La Mirabelle I project.

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Israel 40% La Mirabelle I 50% United States Federal Reserve 50% Strait of Hormuz 60% Tseung Kwan O 60% United States ×370% Iran ×270% Donald Trump 80% Hong Kong 90%

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hong kong property 90% property sales 80% interest rates 70% oil prices 70% la mirabelle i 60% middle east tensions 50% tseung kwan o 50% real estate 40%

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