The Hang Seng Index lost 10.29 points, or 0.04 percent, to open at 26,148 on Tuesday.

On the mainland, the Shanghai Composite Index opened at 3,973, down 3 points, or 0.08 percent, and the Shenzhen Component Index opened at 13,373, down 30 points, or 0.23 percent. (Xinhua)