Hong Kong share prices close lower on geopolitical concerns
(Il Sole 24 Ore Radiocor) - Milano, 22 apr - Hong Kong share prices closed lower, as sentiment turned cautious despite an extension of the US-Iran truce.
Persistent uncertainty regarding stalled negotiations and ongoing disruptions to vital shipping lanes kept investors on edge, while climbing oil prices reignited fears over inflationary pressure.
Losses were led by tech and telecommunications stocks.
The Hang Seng index fell 1.22% to close at 26,163.24 points.
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