Hong Kong shares finished slightly lower on Friday after a hefty rally over the previous three days, with investors turning their attention to the release of US jobs data later in the day.

The Hang Seng Index eased 0.3 percent, or 61 points, to 18,675.

The Shanghai Composite Index slipped 0.3 percent, or 9 points, to 3,156, while the Shenzhen Composite Index was barely moved, inching up 0.5 points to 2,044. (AFP)