Hong Kong Cuts 2019 GDP Forecast to -1.3% Amid Protests

The video discusses the potential economic impact of ongoing protests, highlighting the closure of businesses and reduced economic activity. It raises questions about the extent of future protests and violence, and the difficulty in gauging public support. The current situation in Hong Kong is tense, with ongoing gatherings and protests expected to continue.

What is one of the immediate effects of the protests on the economy?

• Increase in tourism

• Closure of shops and businesses

• Rise in stock market

• Growth in local investments

What is a key uncertainty regarding the protests' impact on the economy?

• The exact number of protesters

• The extent of economic damage

• The duration of the protests

• The level of violence

What is a major question about the future of the protests?

• If the protests will be covered by international media

• Whether the protests will spread to other countries

• If the protests will lead to new government policies

• How many more people will join the protests

Why is it difficult to gauge public support for the protests?

• Protesters' anonymity

• Media bias

• Government censorship

• Lack of accurate readings

What is the current situation in Hong Kong regarding the protests?

• Protests have ended

• Protests are decreasing

• Protests are ongoing for the fifth day

• Protests are moving to rural areas