Hang Seng Index (HSI) - Financial definition
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Concise definition of the term Hang Seng Index
The Hang Seng Index is the main indicator of the overall market performance of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
Comprehensive definition of the term Hang Seng Index
The HSI is a free-float adjusted, market-capitalization-weighted stock-market index. It started with a base level of 100 as of July 31st, 1964.
The HSI is composed of a total of 50 stocks, divided into four sub-indices:
- Hang Seng Finance Sub-index
- Hang Seng Utilities Sub-index
- Hang Seng Properties Sub-index
- Hang Seng Commerce & Industry Sub-index