Hong Kong: Equities down at open

Published Tue, Aug 31, 2021 · 01:39 AM

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    [HONG KONG] Hong Kong stocks opened slightly lower on Tuesday morning following a recent healthy run-up and after data indicated China's economic recovery was showing signs of slowing.

    The Hang Seng Index dipped 0.06 per cent or 15.31 points to 25,524.23.

    The Shanghai Composite fell 0.26 per cent or 9.13 points to 3,519.02, while the Shenzhen Composite Index on China's second exchange eased 0.10 per cent or 2.53 points to 2,438.58.

    AFP

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