Global Market: China, Hong Kong stocks rise as strong trade data and AI demand lift sentiment

Source: The Times of India· Anupam Nagar· August 7, 2026

China and Hong Kong equities advanced on Friday after stronger-than-expected July trade data reinforced confidence in the country's export resilience. Robust demand for AI-related technologies, particularly semiconductors, lifted investor sentiment, while Mor…

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