Asian market update : Hang Seng Composite Energy Index Surges 1.88% Amid Mixed Market Movements

The Hang Seng Composite Energy Index jumped 1.88% to 10,637.35 HKD, leading gains as broader markets saw mixed performance. The Hang Seng Index rose slightly by 0.07% to 19,244.09 HKD.

As of 10:03 AM HKT, Hong Kong’s stock market witnessed mixed performance across sectors, with the energy segment leading the gains. The Hang Seng Composite Energy Index soared by 1.88%, closing at 10,637.35 HKD, supported by strong investor sentiment in the energy sector.

The benchmark Hang Seng Index registered a modest uptick of 0.07%, ending at 19,244.09 HKD, reflecting cautious optimism among traders. The Hang Seng China Enterprises Index rose 0.12% to close at 6,895.30 HKD, while the Hang Seng China 50 Index added 0.23%, finishing at 7,247.34 USD.

Other notable movements included the Hang Seng Composite LargeCap Index, which gained 0.11%, closing at 1,766.39 HKD. The Hang Seng Composite MidCap Index remained nearly flat with a marginal decline of 0.02%, closing at 3,644.74 HKD.

The healthcare sector also showed strength, with the Hang Seng Composite Healthcare Index increasing by 0.64% to 7,486.97 HKD. Meanwhile, the Hang Seng Tech Index fell by 0.36%, ending the session at 4,231.02 HKD, reflecting weaker sentiment in the technology sector.

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