Overnight, the Nasdaq and S&P 500 indices in the U.S. stock market scaled new peaks, with the China Concept Index surging 2.08%. This positive sentiment spilled over into the Hong Kong stock market, which opened on a strong note. The Hang Seng Index, the China Enterprises Index, and the Hang Seng TECH Index began the day 0.6%, 0.69%, and 0.69% higher, respectively.
The technology sector maintained its upward trajectory, with Tencent leading the pack with a 2.39% gain. Other notable tech stocks, including Kuaishou, Meituan, and Xiaomi, also registered positive performances. The biopharmaceutical sector stood out, with Tongyuan Kang Pharmaceutical emerging as a frontrunner among gainers.
Furthermore, Tesla-related stocks, photovoltaic stocks, and insurance stocks, among others, exhibited upward momentum. Conversely, coal stocks and AI concept stocks lagged behind, experiencing declines amidst the general market buoyancy.
