Hong Kong Stocks Open: Hang Seng Index Rises 0.26%, Pharmaceutical Stocks Remain Vibrant
2025-08-19 / Read about 0 minute
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Upon the opening of Hong Kong's stock market, the Hang Seng Index and the Hang Seng TECH Index witnessed modest gains of 0.26% and 0.24%, respectively. The pharmaceutical sector shone brightly, with Rongchang Biology's share price surging nearly 5% on the back of a licensing agreement with Santen Pharmaceutical for the RC28-E injection. Technology stocks generally started the day on a positive note, with Tongcheng Travel's share price climbing over 4%. In contrast, Ascletis Pharma opened with a decline of almost 10%, as the company announced plans to issue 52.4 million new shares.