- On August 21, Hong Kong stock indices closed higher collectively, with the Hang Seng Index rising 1.21% to 26009.46 points and a total turnover of 2573 billion HKD.
- Gold and non-ferrous metal stocks surged across the board driven by rising international gold prices, while AI concept stocks rallied ahead of the Hang Seng index review.
- Insurance and software service stocks strengthened on positive financial results, whereas biomedical and new consumer stocks experienced pullbacks.
- ChinaJoy 2026 opened at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, evolving into a diverse entertainment ecosystem integrating AI, smart hardware, automotive technology, and gaming content.
- Major exhibitors showcased cross-industry collaborations, including BYD displaying anime and gaming-themed itasha cars alongside smart cockpits, and PlayStation featuring immersive Sci-Fi experiences from Helldivers 2.
- Additional highlights included Kingsoft Games presenting a crossover between Goose Goose Duck and JX3, and Century Games exhibiting its global portfolio featuring Whiteout Survival and Bennie Kingdom.