Hong Kong stocks head for worst month since October on AI disruption angst

南华早报
2026.02.27 06:30
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Hong Kong stocks are set for their worst monthly decline since October, with the Hang Seng Index down 3.2% amid concerns over AI's impact on traditional industries. The index rose 0.6% to 26,545.09 on Friday, while the Hang Seng Tech Index gained 0.9%. Sun Hung Kai Properties saw a 5.4% increase in shares after reporting a 36% profit rise. Global markets remain cautious, with Japan's Nikkei 225 down 0.7% and South Korea's Kospi down 2.1%.