Hong Kong shares started with small gains on Friday morning as traders assessed the outlook after data showed the US economy fell into a technical recession in the second quarter.

The Hang Seng Index edged up 0.12 percent, or 24.77 points, to 20,647.45.

The Shanghai Composite Index was barely moved, inching up 0.24 points to 3,282.81, while the Shenzhen Composite Index added 0.08 percent, or 1.73 points, to 2,204.97. (AFP)