Markets on Edge: China and Hong Kong Stocks Tumble Amid Fiscal Uncertainty

China and Hong Kong stocks fell on Wednesday as investors remained cautious ahead of the U.S. election and China's forthcoming economic data. A potential fiscal stimulus has left investors unimpressed, while the U.S. election and impending rules limiting tech investments add to market anxiety.

On Wednesday, China and Hong Kong stocks took a hit as investors proceeded with caution ahead of the U.S. presidential election and critical Chinese economic data.

China's blue-chip CSI300 Index fell by 1.1%, the Shanghai Composite Index by 0.9%, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng by 1.9%. This comes as reports from Tuesday suggested China may approve over 10 trillion yuan in extra debt to reinvigorate its struggling economy.

The anticipated package did not excite the markets, aligning just with expectations and still providing modest support for consumption. Investors remain on tenterhooks for more details in the upcoming National People's Congress meeting, while U.S. tech investment regulations pose a looming threat. Additionally, the U.S. election presents potential disruptions, with candidate Donald Trump advocating significant tariffs on Chinese imports.

(With inputs from agencies.)