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STI rises 0.1% despite US big tech sell-off
Equities in Singapore rose slightly on Wednesday (Aug 20), as the market reacted to a sell-off among US big tech names such as Nvidia and Oracle, which fell 3.5 per cent and 5.8 per cent, respectively.
The benchmark Straits Times Index (STI) closed 0.1 per cent or 3.35 points higher at 4,219.54.
Across the broader market, gainers beat losers 277 to 256 as 1.48 billion securities worth S$1.49 billion changed hands.
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STI rises 0.1% despite US big tech sell-off
Equities in Singapore rose slightly on Wednesday (Aug 20), as the market reacted to a sell-off among US big tech names such as Nvidia and Oracle, which fell 3.5 per cent and 5.8 per cent, respectively.
The benchmark Straits Times Index (STI) closed 0.1 per cent or 3.35 points higher at 4,219.54.
Across the broader market, gainers beat losers 277 to 256 as 1.48 billion securities worth S$1.49 billion changed hands.
https://bt.sg/aiGm
The Business Times
STI rises 0.1% despite US big tech sell-off
[SINGAPORE] Equities in Singapore rose slightly on Wednesday (Aug 20), as the market reacted to a sell-off among US big tech names such as Nvidia and Oracle, which fell 3.5 per cent and 5.8 per cent, respectively.
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<Full-day Takeaway>
HSI Closes at 25,165, Up 43 pts;
HSTI Closes Flat at 5,541;
SUNNY OPTICAL Up over 9%; FUYAO GLASS, POP MART, ND PAPER, CHINAGOLDINTL, KLN Hit New Highs; Market Turnover Rises AASTOCKS Financial News - Popular News
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<Full-day Takeaway>
HSI Closes at 25,165, Up 43 pts;
HSTI Closes Flat at 5,541;
SUNNY OPTICAL Up over 9%; FUYAO GLASS, POP MART, ND PAPER, CHINAGOLDINTL, KLN Hit New Highs; Market Turnover Rises AASTOCKS Financial News - Popular News
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<Full-day Takeaway>HSI Closes at 25,165, Up 43 pts; HSTI Closes Flat at 5,541; SUNNY OPTICAL Up over 9%; FUYAO GLASS, POP MART…
At close, HSI rose 43 pts or 0.2% to 25,165. HSTI stayed still at 5,541. HSCEI gained 7 pts or...
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Hang Seng Up Slightly at Finish
Aug 20, 2025
HSI+0.17%
The Hang Seng rose 43 points or 0.2% to close at 25,166 on Wednesday, reversing early-session losses while snapping a four-day losing streak.
Market sentiment improved as Chinese equities rallied, buoyed by the PBoC’s decision to keep benchmark lending rates unchanged—an expected move aimed at injecting liquidity and countering deflationary pressures.
Meanwhile, Hong Kong’s trading and listing activity continued to accelerate, supported by policy measures to invigorate capital markets and simplify IPO procedures.
Investors largely brushed off reports that the U.S. was intensifying scrutiny on Chinese imports—such as steel, copper, and lithium—over alleged human rights violations.
Property and financials were higher while consumers fell slightly.
Pop Mart Intl. soared 12.7% to a record high on strong H1 earnings and upbeat guidance, while Sunny Optical surged 10% on robust profit.
Other notable movers included Laopu Gold (8.9%), Mixue Group (5.7%), and HKEX (1.6%).
https://www.tradingview.com/news/te_news:479137:0-hang-seng-up-slightly-at-finish/
Hang Seng Up Slightly at Finish
Aug 20, 2025
HSI+0.17%
The Hang Seng rose 43 points or 0.2% to close at 25,166 on Wednesday, reversing early-session losses while snapping a four-day losing streak.
Market sentiment improved as Chinese equities rallied, buoyed by the PBoC’s decision to keep benchmark lending rates unchanged—an expected move aimed at injecting liquidity and countering deflationary pressures.
Meanwhile, Hong Kong’s trading and listing activity continued to accelerate, supported by policy measures to invigorate capital markets and simplify IPO procedures.
Investors largely brushed off reports that the U.S. was intensifying scrutiny on Chinese imports—such as steel, copper, and lithium—over alleged human rights violations.
Property and financials were higher while consumers fell slightly.
Pop Mart Intl. soared 12.7% to a record high on strong H1 earnings and upbeat guidance, while Sunny Optical surged 10% on robust profit.
Other notable movers included Laopu Gold (8.9%), Mixue Group (5.7%), and HKEX (1.6%).
https://www.tradingview.com/news/te_news:479137:0-hang-seng-up-slightly-at-finish/
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Hang Seng Up Slightly at Finish
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