Hong Kong stocks rebounded on Friday morning after three days of losses, helped by data indicating the US economy grew slower than expected in the first quarter.

The Hang Seng Index climbed 0.98 percent, or 179.43 points, to 18,409.62.

The Shanghai Composite Index edged up 0.10 percent, or 3.08 points, to 3,094.76, while the Shenzhen Composite Index was marginally higher, inching up 0.72 points to 1,726.85. (AFP)