Hong Kong stocks close sharply lower
Hong Kong stocks tumbled on Tuesday following another batch of weak Chinese data while traders are hoping for fresh stimulus measures aimed at boosting the economy and supporting the property sector. The Hang Seng Index sank 2.1 percent, or 387 points, to 18,456. The Shanghai Composite Index shed 0.7 percent, or 22 points, to 3,154, while the Shenzhen Composite Index lost 0.6 percent, or 11 points, to 1,970. (AFP)