Hong Kong stocks traded cautiously on Friday, showing little movement after the Thanksgiving holiday in the U.S. dampened trading sentiment. With U.S. markets closed for Thanksgiving, regional markets lacked a key driver, resulting in a quiet session for Hong Kong.

The Hang Seng Index saw minimal fluctuations as investors digested recent economic data and awaited further developments in global trade negotiations. Trading volumes were also lighter than usual, reflecting the subdued mood.

Analysts suggest that market participants are looking for fresh catalysts to inject momentum into the market. Key areas of focus include:

• Progress in U.S.-China trade talks
• Upcoming economic data releases
• Monetary policy decisions from major central banks

The Hong Kong market is expected to remain sensitive to global developments in the near term, with investors closely monitoring news flow for potential trading opportunities.