China Stocks Edge Higher Amid Ongoing Trade Talks

China's stock indices gained traction as Sino-U.S. trade talks progressed, with the CSI300 Index and Shanghai Composite closing up. Meanwhile, Hong Kong's Hang Seng declined. Investors eagerly awaited outcomes from the talks, while China's healthcare stocks rallied due to childcare-related announcements.

China's stock market indices registered an uptick on Tuesday, buoyed by the ongoing Sino-U.S. trade discussions that have piqued global market interest. The blue-chip CSI300 Index and the Shanghai Composite marked gains by the end of the day, reversing earlier losses.

In contrast, the Hong Kong market saw a dip with the Hang Seng Index dropping as investors opted to secure profits amidst looming uncertainties. The Hang Seng Tech Index also mirrored this decline, echoing a cautious market sentiment as traders await clarity from the ongoing talks commencing Monday in Stockholm.

Amidst these developments, China's healthcare sector made notable advances with companies listed in Hong Kong and mainland markets experiencing significant boosts. Nevertheless, recent policy measures aiming to enhance China's birthrate yielded muted reactions from the market, as projected impact levels remained modest.

(With inputs from agencies.)