
Shanghai stocks retreat from decade high; HK extends losses on Mideast conflict
Shanghai stocks retreated from a decade high, with the Shanghai Composite index down 0.07% and the CSI300 Index slipping 0.13%. Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index lost 0.29% amid rising tensions from the Middle East conflict, impacting market sentiment. Defense stocks fell 5.57%, while energy stocks rose 5.85% due to increased oil prices. Analysts noted that the conflict could positively affect China's PPI and warned of potential shipping disruptions. Additionally, talks between Beijing and Washington on investment are underway, with attention on China's upcoming parliamentary meeting for economic targets.

