Salary Growth for Hong Kong Degree Graduates Slows to 5 Year Low The latest data on salary growth for Hong Kong degree graduates paints a bleak picture, with average annual earnings rising by just 2% in 2025.
This marks the lowest recorded rate of increase over the past five years. Underemployment is at an all time high, and nearly a third of graduates are unable to find work that matches their skills and qualifications.
Experts point to artificial intelligence as a primary culprit behind this trend. The tech sector, which has been touted as a promising area for young professionals, is particularly hard hit.