HK shares jump 1.2 pct, pass 23,000 to new peak

(Reuters) - The benchmark Hang Seng Index shot past the 23,000 mark at the open, rising 274.07 points to 23,083.09 by midday and setting a new top at 23,239.92. The China Enterprises Index of mainland companies listed in Hong Kong rose 1.2 percent, or 152.75 points, to 13,189.86, with its new high now at 13,335.21.




Mainboard turnover was HK$47.6 billion , compared with Thursday morning's HK$51 billion.


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