Hong Kong: Shares close with gains

[HONG KONG] Hong Kong stocks finished slightly higher on Wednesday to cap five days of losses with energy firms boosted by a rally in oil prices, though traders remain concerned about surging inflation.

The Hang Seng Index edged up 0.14 per cent or 33.92 points to 24,685.50.

The Shanghai Composite Index added 0.10 per cent or 3.61 points to 3,592.70 while the Shenzhen Composite Index on China's second exchange was flat inching up 0.11 points to 2,520.48.

AFP