Hong Kong: Shares close with more losses

Published Wed, Oct 6, 2021 · 08:21 AM

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[HONG KONG] Hong Kong shares closed with more losses on Wednesday as inflation fears and expectations of an end to central banks' loose monetary policies added to uncertainty surrounding troubled property giant China Evergrande.

The Hang Seng Index shed 0.57 per cent, or 137.66 points, to 23,966.49.

Markets in mainland China were closed for a holiday.

AFP

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