Bearish
Hang Seng Index opens 0.94% lower at 24,480 amid rate hike concerns
The Hang Seng Index (HSI) opened 0.94% lower at 24,480 on September 17, 2026, following the U.S. Federal Reserve's first rate hike in over three years. This move has heightened concerns about potential economic slowdowns and increased borrowing costs, leading to a cautious market sentiment.
Key points
- HSI opens 0.94% lower at 24,480 amid rate hike concerns
- Tech index falls 1.03% to 4,281; China Enterprises Index slips 0.97% to 8,127
- Shanghai Composite Index opens down 0.38% at 3,877; Shenzhen Component Index down 0.33% at 13,409
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