Hong Kong stocks close higher
Hong Kong stocks ended with gains on Wednesday thanks to a rally in Chinese tech firms, with another batch of weak mainland economic data fuelling speculation leaders could unveil more stimulus measures to boost growth. The Hang Seng Index climbed 0.8 percent, or 152 points, to 19,252. The Shanghai Composite Index edged up 0.1 percent, or 2 points, to 3,197, while the Shenzhen Composite Index eased 0.2 percent, or 3 points, to 1,995. (AFP)