Hong Kong: Stocks begin 2022 on front foot

Published Mon, Jan 3, 2022 · 01:35 AM

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    [HONG KONG] Hong Kong stocks rose at the open on Monday, kicking off the new year on a positive note after a healthy finish to 2021, though traders remain on edge over a range of issues including the fast-spreading Omicron virus variant.

    The Hang Seng Index added 0.48 per cent, or 112.87 points, to 23,510.54.

    Mainland Chinese markets are closed for a holiday.

    AFP

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