Hong Kong stocks closed Thursday on a positive note as bargain buyers moved in following a hefty sell-off, with tech firms boosted by hopes China is easing back its action against the sector.

The Hang Seng Index climbed 1.3 percent, or 265 points, to 21,273.

The Shanghai Composite Index rose 1.6 percent, or 52 points, to 3,320, while the Shenzhen Composite Index jumped 2.1 percent, or 44 points, to 2,164. (AFP)