The Hong Kong stock market opened higher on Friday, but mainland markets edged lower.

The Hang Seng Index rose 67.22 points, or 0.35 percent, to 19,503.03.

However, mainland stocks were lower in early trade, with the Shanghai Composite Index down 0.3 percent at 3,369.81.

The Shenzhen Component Index opened 0.49 percent lower at 10,983.54. (Xinhua)