Hong Kong market rises amid U.S. interest rate bets

Hong Kong stock market advanced on Monday, 05 October 2015, on speculation the US Federal Reserve will keep rates near zero longer after weaker-than-expected US jobs data. The Hang Seng Index advanced 348.41 points, or 1.62%, at 21854.50 points. The Hang Seng China Enterprises Index, benchmark measure of performance of mainland China enterprises, added 197.07 points, or 2.03%, to 9883.71 points. Turnover reduced to HK$75.9 billion from HK$90.95 billion on Friday.

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