Hong Kong stocks edged down at Wednesday's open as profit-takers moved in following the previous day's rally, despite a strong lead from Wall Street.
The Hang Seng Index dipped 0.25 percent to 19,099.
The Shanghai Composite Index fell 0.19 percent to 3,183, while the Shenzhen Composite Index on the mainland's second exchange eased 0.18 percent to 2,026.29. (AFP)