https://www.scmp.com/rss/328989/feed Srinivasan is a senior copy editor at the South China Morning Post. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Good day, traders -- Hong Kong stocks struggled for direction as traders stayed on the sidelines. However, Chinese equities clawed back losses made in the morning session to close in positive territory. Catch up on the day's action if you missed some of the live coverage.  And, hey, are you getting your Live Stocks Blog every morning via email? You can! Don't miss out on our coverage of Hong Kong and mainland markets each trading day! If you would like the Live Stocks Blog emailed to you each... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3080138/hong-kong-china-markets-set-open-lower-after-wall-street-declines?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3080138/hong-kong-china-markets-set-open-lower-after-wall-street-declines?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 16 Apr 2020 01:15:15 +0000 Good day, traders -- Hong Kong and China markets closed lower after starting on a positive note. Catch up on the day's action below! And, hey, are you getting your Live Stocks Blog every morning via email? You can! Don't miss out on our coverage of Hong Kong and mainland markets each trading day! If you would like the Live Stocks Blog emailed to you each morning, click here. If you need to reach the stocks team, email deb.price@scmp.com. -- Gigi Choy, Kathleen Magramo and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3079963/stocks-blog-hong-kong-and-china-markets-set-open-higher-after?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3079963/stocks-blog-hong-kong-and-china-markets-set-open-higher-after?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Apr 2020 01:15:31 +0000 Good day, traders It was disappointing end to a holiday shortened trading week. The Hang Seng Index fell 0.5 per cent to 26,312.63 - its lowest since December 5.  We'll be back on Monday to bring you live updates from Hong Kong and the mainland markets, where trading resumes after an extended Lunar New Year break to contain the spread of the coronavirus outbreak. If you would like the Live Stocks Blog emailed to you each morning, click here.  – Georgina Lee and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3048323/hong-kong-stocks-set-positive-start-china-coronavirus-still-looms?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3048323/hong-kong-stocks-set-positive-start-china-coronavirus-still-looms?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 31 Jan 2020 01:16:48 +0000 Good day, traders The Wuhan coronavirus once again dominated market proceedings as expected. There was no respite for Hong Kong shares and they continued to trend downwards throughout the day, eventually ending 2.6 per cent lower.  Scroll through the blog to catch up on all the action. If you would like the Live Stocks Blog emailed to you each morning, click here.  – Georgina Lee and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong  Note: Information in this blog is on an "as is" basis and not a solicitation or... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3048157/hong-kong-stocks-open-subdued-china-coronavirus-likely-dominate?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3048157/hong-kong-stocks-open-subdued-china-coronavirus-likely-dominate?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Jan 2020 01:21:38 +0000 Good day traders, The first day of trading in the Year of the Rat was disappointing to say the least, as fears over the deadly Wuhan virus gripped investors. Hong Kong shares closed the day 2.82 per cent lower. Here's how the day's trading unfolded.   If you would like the Live Stocks Blog emailed to you each morning, click here.  – Georgina Lee and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong  Note: Information in this blog is on an "as is" basis and not a solicitation or offer to buy or sell any securities or... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3047982/hang-seng-index-set-open-lower-year-rat-amid-worsening-wuhan-virus?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3047982/hang-seng-index-set-open-lower-year-rat-amid-worsening-wuhan-virus?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 29 Jan 2020 01:16:35 +0000 Good day, traders! Hong Kong and China markets ended the week on a positive note, as investors remain optimistic that China's economic growth will pick up this year. Catch up on the day's trading below. And if you would like the Live Stocks Blog emailed to you each morning, click here.  - Zhang Shidong in Shanghai and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong Note: Information in this blog is on an "as is" basis and not a solicitation or offer to buy or sell any securities or otherwise; and is not... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3046473/hang-seng-index-futures-point-higher-opening-focus-firmly-chinas?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3046473/hang-seng-index-futures-point-higher-opening-focus-firmly-chinas?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 17 Jan 2020 01:18:03 +0000 It was day of chopping trading in Hong Kong, with the benchmark fluctuating between losses and gains throughout the day. Ultimately, the Hang Seng Index closed higher for the first time in three days. Here's how the day unfolded. And if you would like the Live Stocks Blog emailed to you each morning, click here.  - Zhang Shidong in Shanghai and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong Note: Information in this blog is on an "as is" basis and not a solicitation or offer to buy or sell any securities or... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3046299/hang-seng-index-set-early-boost-after-us-and-china-sign-phase-one?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3046299/hang-seng-index-set-early-boost-after-us-and-china-sign-phase-one?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 16 Jan 2020 01:18:49 +0000 Good day, traders Hong Kong and mainland stocks fell for a second straight day as investors moved to the sidelines amid lingering concerns over the US-China trade deal that will be signed later tonight in Washington.  Catch up on the day's action below. And if you would like the Live Stocks Blog emailed to you each morning, click here.  - Zhang Shidong in Shanghai and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong Note: Information in this blog is on an "as is" basis and not a solicitation or offer to buy or sell... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3046116/hang-seng-index-set-open-higher-investors-look-ahead-us-china?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3046116/hang-seng-index-set-open-higher-investors-look-ahead-us-china?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Jan 2020 01:20:08 +0000 Good day, traders, The Hong Kong and China markets were unable to maintain the initial momentum provided by overnight gains on Wall Street and the US Treasury removing its designation of China as a currency manipulator. Here's how the day's trading unfolded. And if you would like the Live Stocks Blog emailed to you each morning, click here.  - Zhang Shidong in Shanghai and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong Note: Information in this blog is on an "as is" basis and not a solicitation or offer to buy or... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3045938/hang-seng-index-set-higher-open-after-us-says-china-no-longer?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3045938/hang-seng-index-set-higher-open-after-us-says-china-no-longer?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 14 Jan 2020 01:21:30 +0000 Good day, traders Chinese and Hong Kong markets picked up from where they ended last week, as solid investor sentiment helped to boost stocks on the first day of trading this week. Tech stocks were the star performers today. And if you would like the Live Stocks Blog emailed to you each morning, click here.  - Zhang Shidong in Shanghai and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong Note: Information in this blog is on an "as is" basis and not a solicitation or offer to buy or sell any securities or otherwise;... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3045776/hang-seng-index-investors-look-ahead-phase-one-trade-deal?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3045776/hang-seng-index-investors-look-ahead-phase-one-trade-deal?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Jan 2020 01:27:14 +0000 Good day, traders It's back to normal on the Hong Kong stock exchange, as trading resumes after a two-day Christmas break. Stay with us for the latest markets updates here in Hong Kong and the mainland.  BTW, if you would like the Live Stocks Blog emailed to you each morning, click here.  -- Yujing Liu and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong  Note: Information in this blog is on an "as is" basis and not a solicitation or offer to buy or sell any securities or otherwise; and is not... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3043601/hang-seng-index-set-open-higher-after-tech-shares-boost-nasdaq?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3043601/hang-seng-index-set-open-higher-after-tech-shares-boost-nasdaq?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Dec 2019 01:25:08 +0000 Good day, traders Mainland markets stayed positive throughout the day, with a late burst sending the Shanghai Composite above the key 3,000 level again. Catch up on the day's trading below.   BTW, if you would like the Live Stocks Blog emailed to you each morning, click here.  -- Yujing Liu and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong  Note: Information in this blog is on an "as is" basis and not a solicitation or offer to buy or sell any securities or otherwise; and is not investment/professional advice or... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3043513/china-stock-markets-poised-muted-open-even-beijing-signals-three?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3043513/china-stock-markets-poised-muted-open-even-beijing-signals-three?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 26 Dec 2019 01:15:34 +0000 Merry Christmas, traders! China stocks seesawed before ending mostly higher on Wednesday. Catch up on the day's action below. BTW, if you would like the Live Stocks Blog emailed to you each morning, click here.  -- Yujing Liu and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong  Note: Information in this blog is on an "as is" basis and not a solicitation or offer to buy or sell any securities or otherwise; and is not investment/professional advice or services in this regard.  It is subject to our T&C.  SCMP (as... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3043464/china-stock-markets-set-positive-start-trump-says-he-ready-sign?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3043464/china-stock-markets-set-positive-start-trump-says-he-ready-sign?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 Dec 2019 01:18:53 +0000 Good day traders, Hong Kong stocks fell amid lacklustre trading, while the Shanghai Composite rose for the first time in five sessions.  Catch up on the day's action below. BTW, if you would like the Live Stocks Blog emailed to you each morning, click here.  -- Yujing Liu and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong  Note: Information in this blog is on an "as is" basis and not a solicitation or offer to buy or sell any securities or otherwise; and is not investment/professional advice or services in this... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3043336/hang-seng-index-set-open-higher-after-wall-street-extends-gains?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3043336/hang-seng-index-set-open-higher-after-wall-street-extends-gains?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 24 Dec 2019 01:21:00 +0000 Good day traders, As expected trading was muted in Hong Kong. Trading was mixed in Hong Kong and the mainland. While the benchmark Hang Seng Index eked out small gains in Hong Kong, the Shanghai Composite fell below the crucial 3,000 level. BTW, if you would like the Live Stocks Blog emailed to you each morning, click here.  Note: Information in this blog is on an "as is" basis and not a solicitation or offer to buy or sell any securities or otherwise; and is not investment/professional advice... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3043178/hang-seng-index-set-open-higher-back-wall-street-gains?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3043178/hang-seng-index-set-open-higher-back-wall-street-gains?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 23 Dec 2019 01:18:02 +0000 Good Day, traders A lack of drivers saw Hong Kong stocks end the last trading day of the week on a disappointing note. On the mainland, although equities rose, there wasn't much to cheer either, as the Shanghai benchmark saw its biggest weekly loss since the second week of August. That's all for today.    If you would like to receive the Live Stocks Blog each morning via email, shoot Deb a message at deb.price@scmp.com . -- Louise Moon and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3030576/stocks-blog-futures-point-mixed-start-hong-kong-and-china-markets?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3030576/stocks-blog-futures-point-mixed-start-hong-kong-and-china-markets?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Sep 2019 01:08:37 +0000 After a strong start to the day, Chinese equities were unable to maintain momentum as caution prevailed among investors. The initial momentum provided by Trump's trade comment faded and the Shanghai Composite eventually closed nearly 1 per cent lower. The Hang Seng, however, held on to its gains and moved up briskly in the last hour or so.  That's all from us today.   If you would like to receive the Live Stocks Blog each morning via email, shoot Deb a message at  deb.price@scmp.com -- Zhang... https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3030398/stocks-blog-hong-kong-and-china-equities-set-open-higher-after?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3030398/stocks-blog-hong-kong-and-china-equities-set-open-higher-after?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 26 Sep 2019 01:21:31 +0000 Good day traders, Finally, Hong Kong ended its seven-session losing streak as the index held on to meagre gains throughout the day. Shanghai too closed in positive territory, although it gave up some gains towards the end. Kweichow Moutai continues to remain investors' darling, rising to yet another all-time high. If you would like to receive the Live Stocks Blog each morning via email, shoot Deb a message at deb.price@scmp.com.  -- Louise Moon and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3030052/stocks-blog-futures-point-mixed-opening-markets-hong-kong-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3030052/stocks-blog-futures-point-mixed-opening-markets-hong-kong-and?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 24 Sep 2019 01:17:11 +0000 Happy Monday, traders -- The poor run for Hong Kong stocks continued today. Even mainland stocks snapped a three-day wining run.   We'll be back tomorrow to bring you more of the latest market developments. If you would like to receive the Live Stocks Blog each morning via email, shoot Deb a message at deb.price@scmp.com.  -- Louise Moon and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3029891/stocks-blog-futures-point-mixed-openings-hong-kong-and-china?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3029891/stocks-blog-futures-point-mixed-openings-hong-kong-and-china?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 23 Sep 2019 01:22:22 +0000 Good day traders, It was the best day for Hong Kong and Shanghai stocks in nine weeks.  Have a look below to see how the day's trading unfolded. If your have any feedback, deb.price@scmp.com will be happy to hear from you.  -- Yujing Liu and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3024002/stocks-blog-hong-kong-and-china-set-lower-opening-china-warns?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3024002/stocks-blog-hong-kong-and-china-set-lower-opening-china-warns?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 23 Aug 2019 01:17:10 +0000 Good day traders, It was a mixed day for markets in Hong Kong and Shanghai. The Hang Seng was weighed down by property, utilities and consumer staples, while Shanghai closed flat. Have a look below to see how the day's trading unfolded.  If you have any feedback, please send them to deb.price@scmp.com . -- Yujing Liu, Deb Price and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3023827/stocks-blog-hong-kong-stocks-likely-take-cue-fed-minutes-overnight?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3023827/stocks-blog-hong-kong-stocks-likely-take-cue-fed-minutes-overnight?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 22 Aug 2019 01:14:40 +0000 Good day traders, Hong Kong and China markets struggled for direction today and just about managed to finish in positive territory. Have a look below to see how the day's trading unfolded.     If you have any feedback, please send them to deb.price@scmp.com . -- Yujing Liu, Deb Price and Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3023652/stocks-blog-xiaomi-earnings-trumps-trade-comments-likely-weigh?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3023652/stocks-blog-xiaomi-earnings-trumps-trade-comments-likely-weigh?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 21 Aug 2019 01:12:43 +0000 Good day traders -- It was a mixed day in Hong Kong and China. Have a look below to see how the day unfolded. If you have any questions or feedback, please send them to deb.price@scmp.com . -- Yujing Liu and  Srinivasan Iyer in Hong Kong https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3023506/stocks-blog-all-eyes-huawei-related-stocks-after-us-extends?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3023506/stocks-blog-all-eyes-huawei-related-stocks-after-us-extends?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 20 Aug 2019 01:15:24 +0000 Happy Monday, traders -- The markets closed up today as investors did not let momentum flag. The Hang Seng and Shanghai Composite both ended up with gains of more than 2 per cent.  Catch up on the day's action below. -- Yujing Liu and Srinivasan Iyer https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3023344/stocks-blog-mainland-hong-kong-markets-set-open-higher?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3023344/stocks-blog-mainland-hong-kong-markets-set-open-higher?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 19 Aug 2019 01:10:05 +0000 Real Human Bodies, a controversial exhibition displaying preserved human bodies, is once again in the news after the Swiss city of Lausanne banned it on concerns that it features cadavers of Chinese prisoners. The authorities in Lausanne took the step after a complaint from Action by Christians Against Torture (ACAT). The show was to run from October 19-21 at the city’s convention center. “The bodies used in this exhibition are very probably those of Chinese prisoners who were tortured or... https://www.scmp.com/arts/chinese-corpses-haunt-organisers-controversial-exhibition/article/2168937?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/arts/chinese-corpses-haunt-organisers-controversial-exhibition/article/2168937?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 17 Oct 2018 10:15:30 +0000 Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is a much more relaxed man these days. The energy-sapping, and sometimes testy, negotiations with United States and Mexico to come up with a revised Nafta deal - the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) - took a lot out of him. With that out of the way, Trudeau says his country is looking forward to pursuing business opportunities with China. “Obviously, China is the world's second-largest economy and growing, and will remain an important place to do business... https://www.scmp.com/business/china-trade-ties-high-trudeaus-list/article/2168769?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/china-trade-ties-high-trudeaus-list/article/2168769?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 16 Oct 2018 09:45:15 +0000