Hong Kong Shares Soar Amid China's Stimulus Efforts

Hong Kong shares surged due to China's stimulus measures, reaching a two-year high. Despite tensions in the Middle East affecting emerging market currencies, investor sentiment remains positive. The dollar stands strong amid uncertainties regarding U.S. rate cuts, while global attention shifts to U.S. job data.

Hong Kong shares made a significant leap this week, spurred by China's extensive stimulus measures, pushing the Hang Seng index to its highest point in over two years. The boost comes as emerging market currencies experienced a slight decline, affected by increasing tensions in the Middle East.

The financial market showed resilience as China's stock market remained closed for holidays, allowing Hong Kong's index to register its third consecutive weekly increase, rising by 31% overall. Meanwhile, the MSCI EM stocks index is on a path to moderate gains, with investor sentiment dampened due to the Middle Eastern conflict.

Globally, investors are keeping an eye on the upcoming U.S. non-farm payrolls report, hinting at shifts in economic perspectives, while the International Monetary Fund warned of the economic impacts of escalating conflicts. On another front, the U.S. dollar remains robust, approaching its recent highs.

(With inputs from agencies.)