Hong Kong: Shares up at open

Published Mon, Aug 2, 2021 · 01:38 AM

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[HONG KONG] Hong Kong stocks started Monday morning's session slightly higher, in line with a rally across Asia, following last week's sharp losses fuelled by concerns about China regulatory crackdown on a range of industries.

The Hang Seng Index edged up 0.36 per cent or 93.78 points to 26,054.81.

The benchmark Shanghai Composite Index fell 0.34 per cent or 11.67 points to 3,385.69, while the Shenzhen Composite Index on China's second exchange dipped 0.07 per cent or 1.73 points to 2,383.89.

AFP

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