Hong Kong stocks finish higher
Hong Kong stocks rose on Thursday following gains in New York, as traders weighed data showing US consumers continued to spend last month despite rising interest rates and elevated inflation, suggesting the economy remained strong. The Hang Seng Index added 0.8 percent, or 175 points, to 20,987. The Shanghai Composite Index fell 1 percent, or 31 points, to 3,249, while the Shenzhen Composite Index shed 1.7 percent, or 37 points, to 2,150. (AFP)