Hong Kong-listed gold stocks strengthened. Lingbao Gold (03330.HK) gained over
7%; peers Zhaojin Mining (01818.HK), Chifeng Gold (06693.HK), Tongguan Gold
(00340.HK), China Gold International (02099.HK), Zijin Mining (02899.HK) and
Zijin Gold International (02259.HK) also advanced.