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HKG:2685 27 November 2025

Fed-Cut Hopes Keep Hong Kong Stocks Afloat as Quantgroup IPO Soars and Property Fears Linger

Fed-Cut Hopes Keep Hong Kong Stocks Afloat as Quantgroup IPO Soars and Property Fears Linger

The Hang Seng Index closed up 0.07% at 25,945.93 on Thursday, marking a fourth straight gain but stalling just below 26,000. Gains in financial and consumer stocks offset losses in tech and property shares. China Vanke dropped nearly 8% after seeking to extend bond repayment. At least 55 died in a fire at Wang Fuk Court, with China Taiping Insurance shares volatile on fears of large claims.
27 November 2025
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