HK shares edge lower in early trade
Hong Kong stocks fell in opening business on Wednesday after a three-day run-up, with concerns about soaring inflation and rising interest rates adding to fears of a potential recession. The Hang Seng Index slipped 0.4 percent to 21,469. The Shanghai Composite Index ticked 0.1 percent higher to 3,309, while the Shenzhen Composite Index edged up 0.1 percent to 2,149. (AFP)