According to Hong Kong's census and statistics department, total retail sales for April were estimated at $22.8 billion, up 18.7% compared with April 2007. The volume of sales for the month rose 11.6%.

For the first four months of 2008, retail sales rose 17.8% in value and 11.6% in volume compared with the same period last year.

Apparel sales rose 18.8% in volume, while footwear, related products and clothing accessories were up 9.8%.

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