HSI opens below 24,500 points

Hong Kong stocks extended losses at Monday’s open, as the investors are worried about the US latest employment data last week and tariffs rates confirmed.

The benchmark Hang Seng Index opened at 24,431, 75 points or lower than the previous close, falling below the 24,500-point bar.

The tech gauge also slid to 5,361, 0.66 percent lower from previous close.

STAFF REPORTER