Hang Seng ends 0.49% down

Hong Kong share market finished the session in red terrain on Tuesday, 23 September 2014, despite data indicating a surprise pick-up in Chinese manufacturing activity in September. The benchmark index opened lower following the US and European equity markets, but reversed its path after the HSBC flash China manufacturing PMI rose to 50.5 in September from 50.2 in August. In afternoon session, it reverted to the south again. The Hang Seng Index closed 118.42 points, or 0.49%, down at 23837.07. Market turnover reduced to HK$71.56 billion, from Monday's turnover of HK$72.35 billion.

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