Hong Kong stocks open flat ahead of data

Hong Kong stocks started on Monday barely moved following a tepid lead from Wall Street and as investors await the release of Chinese economic growth data later in the day.

The Hang Seng Index inched up 6.97 points to 24,390.29.

The Shanghai Composite Index was also flat, edging 0.83 points higher to 3,522.09, while the Shenzhen Composite Index added 0.12 percent, or 2.88 points, to 2,438.28. (AFP)