Hong Kong is ranked 3 among 190 economies in the ease of doing business, according to the latest World Bank annual ratings. The rank of Hong Kong improved to 3 in 2019 from 4 in 2018. Ease of Doing Business in Hong Kong averaged 3.33 from 2008 until 2019, reaching an all time high of 5.00 in 2014 and a record low of 2.00 in 2010. source: World Bank



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Ease of Doing Business in Hong Kong
The Ease of doing business index ranks countries against each other based on how the regulatory environment is conducive to business operationstronger protections of property rights. Economies with a high rank (1 to 20) have simpler and more friendly regulations for businesses.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
3.00 4.00 5.00 2.00 2008 - 2019 Yearly