Hong Kong Stocks Open Higher; Tencent Music, NetEase, Horizon Robotics Lead Gains

Hong Kong stocks opened slightly higher on Tuesday, with the benchmark Hang Seng Index rising 0.18% to 24,554.58 points. The Hang Seng Tech Index gained 0.29%, outperforming the main board as technology shares attracted early buying interest.

Among individual names, Tencent Music, NetEase, Horizon Robotics, and Tencent Holdings all climbed more than 1% in early trade. The gains were led by large-cap internet and AI-related companies, suggesting continued investor appetite for the sector. Horizon Robotics, an embodied AI and autonomous driving technology firm, drew particular attention as one of the stronger performers. Market watchers noted that the modest opening advance reflected cautious optimism, with traders monitoring broader regional sentiment and upcoming corporate earnings for further direction.