Economy

China's stocks open lower on Tuesday

(Xinhua)
Updated: 2010-05-18 10:18
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BEIJING - Chinese equities extended losses at the Tuesday opening from a sharp drop on Monday's close to their lowest level in almost a year.

The benchmark Shanghai Composite Index edged down 0.19 percent, to open at 2,555.14 points.

The Shenzhen Component Index lost 0.13 percent to 9,719.07 points at opening.