HK stocks edge lower in early trade
Hong Kong stocks opened slightly lower on Wednesday, extending the previous day's losses following a strong three-day rally, with traders awaiting guidance on monetary policy from Federal Reserve officials. The Hang Seng Index dipped 0.1 percent to 17,650. The Shanghai Composite Index lost 0.2 percent to 3,051, and the Shenzhen Composite Index gave up 0.1 percent to 1,915. (AFP)