Hong Kong stocks close down
Hong Kong stocks fell on Wednesday, giving up early gains on expectations the Federal Reserve will skip an interest rate hike this month, with traders hoping China unveils measures to stimulate its struggling economy. The Hang Seng Index shed 0.6 percent, or 113 points, to 19,408. The Shanghai Composite Index eased 0.1 percent, or 4 points, to 3,228, while the Shenzhen Composite Index edged up 0.3 percent, or 5 points, to 2,038. (AFP)