ASIA MARKETS: Hong Kong Share Index Rises On Energy, Bank Stocks, But Shy Of 27,000

HONG KONG (Jul 26) — Hong Kong’s benchmark share index reached fresh 25-month highs Wednesday on the back of energy and banking stocks, but fell short of 27,000 as casino operators retreated. The Hang Seng Index added 0.3% to 26,941.02, after rising as …
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