Hong Kong stocks extend losses
Hong Kong stocks ended with more losses on Tuesday as traders were left disappointed after the People's Bank of China cut a key interest rate less than expected. The Hang Seng Index sank 1.5 percent, or 305 points, to close at 19,607. The Shanghai Composite Index fell 0.5 percent, or 15 points, to 3,240, while the Shenzhen Composite Index eased 0.1 percent, or 1 point, to 2,080. (AFP)