Hong Kong stocks end down again
Hong Kong shares fell for a sixth successive day on Thursday as investors fret over the impact of surging interest rates to fight inflation, with tech firms among the main losers. The Hang Seng Index sank 1 percent, or 189 points, to 18,854. The Shanghai Composite Index eased 0.3 percent, or 10 points, to 3,235, while the Shenzhen Composite Index lost 0.9 percent, or 18 points, to 2,104. (AFP)