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Hong Kong Stocks Dip as Holiday Trading Begins
26 Sep
Summary
- Hong Kong equities opened lower at the start of the mid-autumn holiday session.
- Major tech stocks like Alibaba and Tencent experienced early declines.
- Chow Tai Fook Services shares rose over 3% on increased annual profits.
Hong Kong equities began the mid-autumn holiday session on September 25, 2026, with a softer opening. The Hang Seng Index initiated trading 237 points lower at 24,523, with initial turnover approximating HK$1.76 billion. The Hang Seng Tech Index also saw a dip of nearly 1 percent, reflecting early weakness across major platform companies.
Alibaba Group Holding and Tencent Holdings experienced declines in early trades, mirroring a cautious global tone influenced by Wall Street's mixed performance. Conversely, Chow Tai Fook Services Limited demonstrated strong performance, with its shares surging over 3 percent. This rise followed the company's announcement of a 10.7 percent increase in full-year profit, reaching HK$2.39 billion, alongside a final dividend payout and a bonus share issuance.