Hong Kong: Shares close sharply lower

Published Mon, May 3, 2021 · 08:22 AM

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    [HONG KONG] Hong Kong stocks closed sharply lower on Monday, in line with a broad sell-off across Asia following a negative lead from Wall Street, with inflation concerns continuing to weigh on sentiment.

    The Hang Seng Index sank 1.28 per cent or 367.34 points to 28,357.54.

    Mainland Chinese markets were closed for a holiday.

    AFP

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