Hang Seng ended up 1.28% at 23,350.03 after opening about 200 points higher and rallying over 2% intraday, snapping a seven-week losing streak. Hang Seng Tech rose 1.0% to 4,499. Market turnover was HKD 304.95 bln, down from HKD 369.63 bln the prior session. Robotics names led gains; precious metals outperformed the market, autos and power equipment were strong, and semiconductors weakened in the afternoon. Selected movers: Laifu Xiebo (03952.HK) +44.95%, BYD Company (01211.HK) +7.41%, Chifeng G

Dow Jones Industrial Average closed up 594.18 points (+1.14%) at 52,899.42 on Thursday, July 2. S&P 500 closed down 0.49 points (-0.01%) at 7,482.74. Nasdaq Composite closed down 207.36 points (-0.80%) at 25,832.67.

On July 2 in London, Raimondo, MOFCOM minister, hosted a roundtable with more than 10 China-invested firms in the UK from financial, insurance, new energy, auto, retail and telecom sectors and leaders of the China‑Britain Chamber of Commerce. Firms reported on UK operations and sought help protecting overseas interests and expanding practical cooperation. Raimondo said China‑UK trade ties have deepened; China-invested firms have withstood international pressures, delivered solid economic results and contributed to bilateral cooperation. He urged firms to deepen cooperation in services, innovation and three‑way projects, strengthen self-discipline and orderly competition, protect the overall image of Chinese firms, and improve international operating standards and risk-management capabilities.