BMI projects that Hong Kong consumer electronics spending grew by about 5% in US dollar terms in 2012to US$4.4bn, but a moderation in consumer demand is expected. Vendors anticipate bright spots such astablets and ultrabooks, but a wealth effect from any cooling in property prices and an equity market thatappears to have peaked could have an impact on consumer spending.BMI expects consumer electronics to outperform general retail sales, and the release of Windows 8 willprovide a boost to the PC market. However, demand has been muted by slowing inbound tourism as well aspoor domestic consumer sentiment. Product innovation will continue to drive growth in the AV segment...
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