Bank of Israel says a US-Iran memorandum of understanding has pushed energy prices lower and eased global geopolitical tensions, but uncertainty remains elevated.

Hong Kong stocks rose in choppy morning trade as autos and innovative drug names outperformed and tech recovered. The Hang Seng index was up 0.83% at 23,542.97, while the Hang Seng TECH Index rose 1.16% to 4,551.34. Sector moves: autos and innovative drugs led gains; nonferrous metals, telecom equipment and PCB stocks lagged. Notable movers: 03952.HK +19.0%, 01177.HK +7.0%, 01024.HK +5.35%, 09863.HK +4.0%, 01347.HK +3.0%, 03690.HK +3.8%; decliners: 06869.HK -14.0%, 01888.HK -10.0%, 09880.HK -8.6%, 00148.HK -6.5%, 02513.HK -5.6%, 03986.HK -4.0%.

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