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Hong Kong: Stocks begin on positive note

Published Wed, Dec 15, 2021 · 01:50 AM

    [HONG KONG] Hong Kong shares opened slightly higher on Wednesday (Dec 15) morning following 3 days of losses but traders remain on edge over the fast-spreading Omicron virus variant while also awaiting the conclusion of the Federal Reserve's latest policy meeting.

    The Hang Seng Index edged up 0.09 per cent or 22.09 points to 23,658.04.

    The Shanghai Composite Index dipped 0.18 per cent or 6.48 points to 3,655.05, while the Shenzhen Composite Index on China's second exchange eased 0.14 per cent or 3.46 points to 2,554.78.

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