Hong Kong shares closed Tuesday with a small loss as profit-takers moved in following a healthy two-day rally, though Chinese property firms were boosted by hopes for policy support for the sector from the mainland government.

The Hang Seng Index dipped 0.1 percent, or 9 points, to 19,099.

The Shanghai Composite Index fell 1.2 percent, or 37 points, to 3,195, while the Shenzhen Composite Index dived 1.7 percent, or 35 points, to 1,998. (AFP)