Hong Kong stocks end 4% higher on tech hopes

Tech firms led a four percent rally in Hong Kong stocks on Friday after a report indicated mainland officials plan to ease their overhaul of the sector.

The Hang Seng Index rose 813 points to 21,089.

The Shanghai Composite Index rose 2.4 percent, or 71 points, to 3,047, and the Shenzhen Composite Index gained 3.9 percent, or 70 points, to 1,878. (AFP)