00042 Overview

US Stock Market Reaction: The US stock indices saw a rebound due to positive developments in the Middle East geopolitical situation, while major Asia-Pacific markets also experienced significant gains, with the Nikkei rising 2.7% and South Korea's market jumping nearly 10%.

Chinese Government Report: The Fourth Session of the 14th National People's Congress commenced, featuring a government work report delivered by Chinese Premier Li Qiang, indicating ongoing economic strategies.

Hong Kong Stock Market Performance: After three days of decline, the Hong Kong stock market opened higher, with the Hang Seng Index gaining 1.7%, driven by strong performances in power equipment stocks.

Power Equipment Sector Outlook: A report from CICC highlighted that power equipment companies are poised to benefit from power shortages in Europe and the US, alongside the global expansion of domestically produced computing power tokens, suggesting a forthcoming investment cycle in the power sector.

Market Overview: The HSI declined by nearly 0.7% to 25,355 points amid ongoing US-China trade talks and the Fed's interest rate decision, with a turnover of HKD161.483 billion.

Stock Performance: Consumer stocks showed mixed results, with LAOPU GOLD rising by 4.67%, while POP MART and MIXUE GROUP saw declines of 1.99% and 1.41%, respectively; previously popular hydropower project stocks also softened.