Hong Kong: Stocks finish sharply higher

Published Wed, Jun 8, 2022 · 04:29 PM
    • HONG KONG shares rallied in line with world markets on Wednesday (Jun 8) thanks to a surge in tech firms fuelled by suggestions China's crackdown on the sector could be coming to an end.
    • HONG KONG shares rallied in line with world markets on Wednesday (Jun 8) thanks to a surge in tech firms fuelled by suggestions China's crackdown on the sector could be coming to an end. PHOTO: REUTERS

    DeeperDive is a beta AI feature. Refer to full articles for the facts.

    HONG KONG shares rallied in line with world markets on Wednesday (Jun 8) thanks to a surge in tech firms fuelled by suggestions China's crackdown on the sector could be coming to an end.

    The Hang Seng Index climbed 2.24 per cent, or 482.92 points, to 22,014.59.

    The Shanghai Composite Index rose 0.68 per cent, or 22.03 points, to 3,263.79, while the Shenzhen Composite Index on China's second exchange added 0.52 per cent, or 10.84 points, to 2,083.42. 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