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National Day holiday business boost expected

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Catering and retail industries have said they are optimistic about the upcoming National Day Golden Week holiday, expressing the hope that residents will spend more locally. Speaking on an RTHK radio programme on Tuesday, catering sector lawmaker Jonathan Leung said that business during the Mid-Autumn Festival was better compared to last year. He believes that the trend will continue into the National Day holiday that lasts from October 1 to 7, as less people are expected to head north. “Of course, the mainland will be very crowded during the National Day holiday, so I believe northbound consumption will not be as high. Therefore, I think business will be a little better,” Leung said. “We can also see what the market will be like if people don't go north to spend. All in all, we are cautiously optimistic.” He noted that restaurants such as Hong Kong-style cafes, those that are popular on social media and Michelin-starred ones, will benefit the most from the holiday. Legislator Peter Sh

First report: Holiday breaks leave tourism sector with high hopes — rthk.hk, 1d