China stock rally fizzles as stimulus update disappoints investors
Published On Oct 7, 2024, 9:43 PM
A recent stock rally in China lost momentum following a disappointing government announcement about economic stimulus plans. After experiencing a surge of over 10% post-Golden Week holiday, stocks fell significantly due to lack of detailed information on measures to support economic growth. The Shanghai Composite Index closed up 4.6%, while the Hang Seng fell by 9.4%. Investors expected more substantial fiscal stimulus to address increasing economic pressures that may hinder China from meeting its 5% annual growth target.