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HK Market Close: Kuaishou Shares Rally on UBS Report and AI Optimism

HK Market Close Watch: Kuaishou shares under pressure amid broader tech pullback.

Kuaishou shares close down nearly 4% despite UBS report favoring its AI potential.

Hong Kong stocks weaken in afternoon trading, Kuaishou falls over 4%.

Kuaishou shares rally over 3% in afternoon trading boosted by UBS AI report.

US to release key inflation data, potentially impacting HK tech sector volatility.

Hang Seng Index quarterly rebalancing effective March 9, Kuaishou weighting adjusted.

UBS report identifies 2026 as pivotal for AI agents, highlights Kuaishou's Spring Festival push.

Kuaishou stock faces pressure following a large block trade at a discount.

Kuaishou's Kling 3.0 Launch Draws Market Attention; Goldman Sachs Maintains Buy Rating

Zheshang Securities Report Highlights Potential of AI Comic Dramas for Kuaishou

Kuaishou benefits from Spring Festival Gala traffic, market eyes monetization post-holiday.

Media reports 'quiet' e-commerce performance during 2026 Spring Festival, raising growth concerns.

Financial Secretary Paul Chan to deliver the 2026-27 Budget.

Media reports highlight Kuaishou's Kling AI revenue forecast to double, labeled as a potential 'killer app'.

Fed Governor Waller speaks on economic outlook.

Kuaishou records high short-selling volume with ratio nearing 30%.

Kuaishou faces mixed signals: Kling AI quarterly revenue tops 300 million RMB amid recurring heavy fines.

ByteDance and Tencent increase investment in 'Comic Drama' sector, signaling intensified competition.

Kuaishou and RUC Gaoling School jointly release GISA benchmark, strengthening search agent technology layout

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On February 24th, Hong Kong stocks closed with all three major indices significantly retreating, with the Hang Seng Index down 1.82% and the Hang Seng Technology Index down 2.13%. Dragged down by the adjustment in U.S. stocks and macroeconomic concerns, the technology and catering sectors saw widespread declines, with Meituan down 4.24% and Tencent Holdings down 3.35%. Despite the weak market, KNOWLEDGE ATLAS surged against the trend, driven by positive news from AI model breakthroughs, rising 12.14%, while YUM CHINA increased by 2.55% due to strong earnings reports. Market sentiment has turned cautious, facing short-term profit-taking pressure

- On February 24, Hong Kong stocks faced a significant retreat, with major indices, including the Hang Seng Index, falling by 1.82% after reaching a high phase.  
- The declines were attributed to profit-taking pressures and cautious market sentiment, particularly affecting the tech and retail sectors.  
- Investors are closely monitoring macroeconomic indicators, including retail sales and import-export data, to assess the sustainability of local consumption and external demand recovery.

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Hong Kong Stock Market Closing | The Hang Seng Index fell 1.82%, technology and restaurant stocks were under pressure, while KNOWLEDGE ATLAS surged 12.14%

On February 24, 2026, Beijing time, the Hong Kong stock market collectively weakened in the afternoon, with all three major indices adjusting high and falling more than 2%. The Hang Seng Tech Index led the decline, dragged down by a pullback in AI themes. Technology stocks generally fell, with major stocks such as Tencent Holdings, Alibaba, and Meituan showing weak performance. Funds shifted towards defensive stocks and individual stock speculation, with Aito rising sharply against the trend due to positive acquisition news. On the macro level, the market is closely monitoring liquidity and the recovery of local consumption data, with investment sentiment leaning towards caution

- The Hong Kong stock market experienced a significant downturn, with major indices falling over 2% led by the Hang Seng Index which dropped 2.01%.  
- Key sectors such as internet and retail reflected negative sentiment, influenced by a retreat in AI stocks, highlighting a broader market adjustment.  
- Notable individual stock movements included significant increases for certain companies while others like Tencent and Alibaba faced declines amid increased market caution.

Hong Kong stocks intraday | Hang Seng Index fell 2.3%, Meituan dropped 4.59%, Aide New Energy surged 30.28%

On February 24th, the Hong Kong stock market's midday review showed a collective pullback in the morning session, with the three major indices experiencing a unilateral adjustment. The Hang Seng Index fell by 1.93%, and the Hang Seng TECH Index dropped by 2.36%, leading the market decline. Risk aversion sentiment increased, causing technology heavyweight stocks to weaken across the board, with Meituan -W down 4.76%, leading the blue-chip decline, and Tencent Holdings down 3.44%. The internet, retail, and catering sectors were generally under pressure, but YUM CHINA rose 1.98 against the trend. In terms of individual stocks, KNOWLEDGE ATLAS surged by 20.89%, and KB LAMINATES rose by 11.09, driven by positive earnings expectations. Market focus has shifted to macroeconomic data and liquidity in the capital market

- On February 24, Hong Kong's stock market showed a notable downturn with the Hang Seng Index closing at 26,560.57, down 1.93%. 
- Sector performance was broadly negative, particularly in technology and retail, with major companies like Tencent and Alibaba seeing significant declines amid rising risk aversion and concerns over macroeconomic conditions. 
- Investors are closely monitoring economic indicators such as retail sales and unemployment to gauge the recovery potential of the Hong Kong economy.

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Hong Kong Stock Midday Review | Hang Seng Index fell 1.93%, KNOWLEDGE ATLAS surged 20.89%, Meituan dropped 4.76%

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On February 24th, during the Hong Kong stock market, the three major indices collectively weakened, with the Hang Seng Tech Index leading the decline, down 2.26%. The internet and retail sectors were under pressure, and market risk aversion increased, with Tencent Holdings falling 3.16% and Alibaba dropping 2.50%. The communication equipment sector showed mixed performance, with YOFC rising against the trend by 3.84%. In terms of individual stocks, KNOWLEDGE ATLAS surged 13.57% due to the release of its flagship model, while Jiantao's laminated board rose 11.19% on positive earnings expectations. Investors are closely watching Hong Kong's retail and unemployment rate data

- On February 24, Hong Kong stocks experienced a decline as profit-taking pressures emerged after reaching recent highs, with the Hang Seng Index down 1.65% at 26,634.12 points.  
- Notable declines were observed in the tech sector, led by Tencent, Kuaishou, and Meitu, while the retail sector also suffered due to external market influences.  
- Investors are closely monitoring economic indicators such as retail sales and unemployment rates to gauge local consumer recovery, impacting market momentum and liquidity expectations.

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Hong Kong stock market intraday | The Hang Seng Index fell 1.65%, the Tech Index fell 2.26% leading the decline, KNOWLEDGE ATLAS surged 13.57%, YOFC strengthened against the trend

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In terms of sectors, leading technology stocks, semiconductors, non-ferrous metals, and new energy vehicle stocks performed well, with Zijin Mining, Meituan, and SMIC rising over 5%; large model concept stocks retreated, with KNOWLEDGE ATLAS falling nearly 23% and MINIMAX dropping over 13%

- On February 23, the Hang Seng Index and the Hang Seng Tech Index experienced strong fluctuations, with the Hang Seng Index rising 2.53% and the Hang Seng Tech Index increasing 3.34%.  
- Notable performers included Zijin Mining, Meituan, and SMIC, each rising over 5%, while stocks like Zhicheng dropped nearly 23% following prior gains.  
- In the gold sector, China Gold International saw a rise of over 6%, and the significant increase in gold prices has reached over 5,100 USD.

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Hang Seng TECH surged over 3%, Meituan rose over 5%, while the "dual giants of large models" KNOWLEDGE ATLAS and MINIMAX showed significant pullbacks

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China's tech giants, including Alibaba, ByteDance, and Kuaishou, have launched new AI models this week, showcasing advancements in robotics and video generation. Alibaba's RynnBrain helps robots understand their environment, while ByteDance's Seedance 2.0 generates realistic videos from text prompts. Kuaishou's Kling 3.0 offers improved video consistency and audio generation. Despite the technological progress, Seedance faced issues with a voice generation feature due to consent concerns. These developments highlight China's competitive stance in the AI sector, as noted by industry experts.

- At the World Artificial Intelligence Conference, Chinese tech giants Alibaba, ByteDance, and Kuaishou unveiled new AI models demonstrating advancements in robotics and video generation.  
- Alibaba's RynnBrain enhances robot object recognition, while ByteDance's Seedance 2.0 can generate realistic video from text prompts, despite facing concerns over voice generation.  
- Kuaishou's Kling 3.0 improves video consistency and adds multilingual audio, contributing to the company's significant stock rise.

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The launch of Seedance 2.0 has sparked heated discussions, with Musk and American directors praising it. Users have shown strong interest in its global usage and registering Chinese accounts. This version has significant improvements in understanding visual language and multimodal input, supporting mixed inputs of images, videos, audio, and text, enhancing visual consistency and stability. Users have shared various creative videos showcasing the powerful features of Seedance 2.0

- The release of Seedance 2.0 has created a significant buzz, garnering attention from influential figures and users alike.  
- The updated model supports multimodal inputs and improves stability and consistency in video generation, making it suitable for various creative tasks.  
- While it performs well in understanding shots and producing engaging content, some minor bugs and limitations in text integration and sound accuracy remain.

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On February 13th, the Hong Kong stock market collectively adjusted, with the Hang Seng Index falling 1.72%, breaking below short-term highs. The internet and retail sectors experienced widespread declines, influenced by the macro environment and intensified competition, with heavyweight stocks like Meituan and Alibaba weakening. The restaurant sector showed mixed performance, with Haidilao rising against the trend due to recovery expectations. In terms of individual stocks, Yingda Real Estate surged over 39% on expectations of profits from asset sales. The market has entered a short-term consolidation period, with funds focusing on liquidity changes and policy directions

- On February 13, Hong Kong stocks declined collectively after reaching a short-term high, with the Hang Seng Index falling 1.72% to 26,567.12 points. 
- The retail sector suffered due to intense price competition and weak consumer sentiment, impacting major players like Alibaba and JD.com. 
- Amid mixed macroeconomic signals, investors are advised to consider defensive opportunities in high-dividend and policy-benefited sectors.

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Hong Kong Stock Market Closing | Hang Seng Index fell 1.72%, Meituan dropped 3.18% leading the blue chips, Yingda Real Estate surged 39% on positive news

On February 13th, the Hong Kong stock market showed weak sentiment, with all three major indices declining collectively. The Hang Seng Index fell 1.86% during the session and failed to hold its high position, while the Hang Seng TECH Index dropped 1.31%. Under the dual pressure of cooling expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut and intensified industry competition, technology and consumer heavyweight stocks experienced widespread declines. Meituan fell over 3% due to market concerns about a new round of price wars, with Baidu, Alibaba, and others following suit in their corrections. Market risk aversion increased, with funds waiting for the core data at the end of the month to validate the recovery's strength. In terms of individual stocks, the new stock HAIZHI TECH GP surged over 224%, becoming the biggest highlight of the session

- As of February 13, 2026, Hong Kong's stock indices faced downward pressure, with the Hang Seng Index dropping 1.86% to 26,529.94 points amid weakening buying momentum.  
- The technology and retail sectors experienced declines due to concerns over competition and market dynamics, with companies like Tencent and Alibaba seeing significant decreases in share prices.  
- Investors remain cautious, awaiting crucial data later in the month to gauge economic recovery signals and their impact on major sectors.

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Hong Kong stock market intraday | The Hang Seng Index fell 1.86% under pressure, technology stocks broadly declined, Meituan dropped 3.48%, and the new stock HAIZHI TECH GP surged 224%

On February 13th, the three major indices of Hong Kong stocks collectively weakened in the morning session, with the Hang Seng Index falling by 1.79% and the Hang Seng TECH Index dropping by 1.65%. Affected by regulatory interviews and profit-taking pressure, technology stocks fell across the board, with MEITUAN down 4.54%, Baidu down 3.78%, and JD.com down 3.04%. Although Tencent continued to attract attention from southbound funds, its stock price still adjusted down by 1.68%. Individual stocks showed divergence, with AI concept stock Zhipu surging over 28% against the trend, and catering leader Haidilao rising by 2.22%. Market risk aversion sentiment is rising, entering a phase of digestion and consolidation in the short term

- On February 13, Hong Kong's three major indices fell after a recent high, indicating profit-taking pressure amid heightened risk aversion.  
- The Hang Seng Index closed at 26,548.41 points, dropping 1.79%, with the technology and retail sectors, including Tencent and Alibaba, showing significant declines due to regulatory concerns.  
- Market focus is shifting to external liquidity and mainland economic recovery, as the upcoming macro data release is anticipated to influence market direction.

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Hong Kong Stock Midday Review | The Hang Seng Index fell 1.79%, tech stocks collectively declined, while AI concept stock Zhipu surged over 28% against the trend

Goldman Sachs reiterated its "Buy" rating on KUAISHOU-W, with a target price of 87 yuan. The report analyzed investors' core controversies regarding KUAISHOU-W, including the potential of generative AI, industry competition, and tax-related issues. Goldman Sachs pointed out that after a recent adjustment, KUAISHOU-W's stock price fell below the forecasted price-to-earnings ratio of 12 times for 2026, believing that the market has underestimated the valuation of KUAISHOU-W's artificial intelligence business, making the risk-reward more favorable

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Goldman Sachs reiterated its "Buy" rating on KUAISHOU-W, indicating that the market underestimates the valuation of its core business

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Goldman Sachs believes that the AI video generation field is not a "winner-takes-all" scenario, and both KUAISHOU-W and ByteDance's Dream will benefit from market expansion. It is expected that the global AI video generation market will grow from USD 3 billion in 2025 to USD 29 billion in 2030, a tenfold increase. AI technology will reshape the value chain of the entertainment industry, shifting towards upstream IP design and distribution platforms, which will gain higher added value

- Goldman Sachs highlights that the AI video generation market is not a zero-sum game, with multiple players like Kuaishou and ByteDance's Dream benefiting from market expansion.  
- Following the launch of Dream 2.0 on February 12, the competition between platforms is intensifying, with Kuaishou's 3.0 model having advanced capabilities and maintaining competitiveness in certain aspects despite a late release.  
- The global AI video generation market is projected to grow tenfold by 2030, reaching about $29 billion, leading to increased opportunities for leading models amid a diversified market landscape.

"KUAISHOU-W vs ByteDance" Who is stronger? Goldman Sachs: There is no "winner takes all," but AI will significantly change the value distribution in the entertainment industry

The three major indices of the Hong Kong stock market were all under pressure today, with the Hang Seng Index falling 1.52%, the Hang Seng Tech Index dropping 1.24%, as the market faced profit-taking after reaching a peak. The technology, internet, and retail sectors generally weakened, with heavyweight stocks Tencent Holdings down 1.77%, Alibaba down 2.21%, and Meituan down 3.30%. The restaurant sector showed mixed performance, with Haidilao rising 1.56% against the trend. In terms of individual stocks, Aisinyuan Intelligence surged 13.68% on its first day of listing, while Starry Chain Group experienced significant volatility due to name change expectations. Investors are closely monitoring upcoming CPI and GDP data to assess the economic recovery process

- The Hong Kong stock market showed declines today, with major indexes experiencing profit-taking after yesterday's highs.  
- The Hang Seng Index fell by 1.52% to 26,622.96 points, while tech and retail sectors suffered due to cautious consumer recovery expectations.  
- Market participants are focused on forthcoming economic data, including CPI and GDP, to assess recovery resilience, as trading activity indicates strategic movements towards certain sectors.

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Hong Kong stock market intraday | The Hang Seng Index fell 1.52%, technology weighted stocks broadly declined, Meituan fell 3.30%, and Aisino surged 13.68%

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Hong Kong Stock Market Closing | The Hang Seng Index fell 1.82%, technology and restaurant stocks were under pressure, while KNOWLEDGE ATLAS surged 12.14%

Hong Kong stocks intraday | Hang Seng Index fell 2.3%, Meituan dropped 4.59%, Aide New Energy surged 30.28%

Hong Kong Stock Midday Review | Hang Seng Index fell 1.93%, KNOWLEDGE ATLAS surged 20.89%, Meituan dropped 4.76%

Hong Kong stock market intraday | The Hang Seng Index fell 1.65%, the Tech Index fell 2.26% leading the decline, KNOWLEDGE ATLAS surged 13.57%, YOFC strengthened against the trend

Hang Seng TECH surged over 3%, Meituan rose over 5%, while the "dual giants of large models" KNOWLEDGE ATLAS and MINIMAX showed significant pullbacks