Hong Kong Stocks May Open Lower After Three-Session Rally Adds 1.9%

Hong Kong's stock market is poised for a soft open on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, after the Hang Seng Index rose more than 480 points, or 1.9 percent, across three consecutive sessions to sit just above the 25,080-point plateau. The three-day winning streak lifted the benchmark to its current level, but early indications point to a lower start for the index. Traders will look to whether the market can sustain momentum after the recent gains or consolidate at these levels.