BCN-10 Hong Kong stocks close flat as caution prevails

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Hong Kong stocks close flat as caution prevails

HONG KONG, Oct 16, 2018 (BSS/AFP) – Hong Kong stocks ended flat Tuesday as
investors opted for caution in response to global economic headwinds, while
other Chinese bourses continued their run of losses.

The Hang Seng Index closed up 0.07 percent, or 17.20 points, to 25,462.26.

The benchmark Shanghai Composite Index dropped 0.85 percent, or 21.77
points, to 2,546.33.

The Shenzhen Composite Index, which tracks stocks on China’s second
exchange, shed 1.93 percent, or 24.71 points, to 1,256.37.

BSS/AFP/MR/ 1440 hrs