China: Markets open down

Published Wed, Oct 13, 2021 · 01:41 AM

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[SHANGHAI] Mainland Chinese markets opened marginally lower on Wednesday (Oct 13) morning as investors look ahead to the release of trade data later in the day and key inflation figures this week.

The Shanghai Composite Index dipped 0.10 per cent or 3.44 points to 3,543.49, while the Shenzhen Composite Index on China's second exchange inched up 0.21 point to 2,364.02.

Hong Kong morning trade was suspended owing to a typhoon.

AFP

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