Hang Seng Index Drops 1.61%, Hang Seng TECH Index Slides 2.81% at Midday
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On October 17, 2025, during the midday trading break for Hong Kong stocks, the Hang Seng Index experienced a 1.61% decline, while the Hang Seng TECH Index tumbled by 2.81%. The downturn was primarily led by semiconductor and Apple - related concept stocks. ZTE Corporation saw its shares plummet by more than 10%, Q Tech's stock fell over 9%, BYD Electronic's shares declined by over 6%, and SMIC's stock dropped more than 5%. In contrast, gold and jewelry concept stocks emerged as the top performers. Lao Pu Gold and Chow Tai Fook both witnessed their shares surge by over 4%. Additionally, net purchases by southbound funds amounted to HK$5.158 billion.