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HKG:1919 News 16 January 2026

Hang Seng slips as tech drags again, while chip and AI names buck the trend in Hong Kong

Hang Seng slips as tech drags again, while chip and AI names buck the trend in Hong Kong

Hong Kong, Jan 16, 2026, 16:47 HKT Hong Kong stocks edged down Friday, slipping after an initial bounce. Drops among big internet players and cyclical sectors weighed on the market, even as semiconductor and AI-related stocks showed gains. The shifts are significant as investors juggle two competing factors: new regulatory risks in China’s consumer internet sector and a surge of…
16 January 2026
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  • Birla Corporation Investors Gain 48% in Five Years Despite Earnings Dip
    January 23, 2026, 9:29 PM EST. Birla Corporation (NSE:BIRLACORPN) shareholders have seen a 48% total return over five years, including dividends, despite a 0.4% annual decrease in earnings per share (EPS). The stock fell 12% in the past quarter and underperformed the broader market return of 127% over five years. Key drivers appear to be consistent revenue growth at 8.2% per year, suggesting the company is prioritizing expansion over immediate earnings. The modest 1.0% dividend yield boosted total shareholder returns beyond share price gains. Birla's recent 11% loss contrasts with five-year gains averaging 8% annually, highlighting volatility but long-term growth potential amid analyst coverage and market challenges.
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