Hong Kong: Stocks end with gains
Published Thu, Jul 7, 2022 · 04:35 PM
HONG KONG stocks closed slightly higher on Thursday (Jul 7) following a recent sell-off, with traders cheered by news that the city will suspend a 5-day ban on airlines that have brought in Covid-19 cases.
The Hang Seng Index added 0.26 per cent, or 56.92 points, to 21,643.58.
But the Shanghai Composite Index added 0.27 per cent, or 9.05 points, to 3,364.40, while the Shenzhen Composite Index on China's second exchange rose 0.93 per cent, or 20.47 points, to 2,227.66. AFP
Decoding Asia newsletter: your guide to navigating Asia in a new global order. Sign up here to get Decoding Asia newsletter. Delivered to your inbox. Free.
Share with us your feedback on BT's products and services
