HK stocks enjoy early surge on economy hopes
Hong Kong stocks rallied at the open of business Tuesday morning after mainland officials pledged further measures to boost the country's economy, including the struggling property sector. The Hang Seng Index soared 2.70 percent to 19,172. The Shanghai Composite Index climbed 1.18 percent to 3,201, while the Shenzhen Composite Index on the mainland's second exchange added 1.18 percent to 2,028. (AFP)