India, Sept. 14 -- Hong Kong's benchmark Hang Seng Index fell 0.5%, or 118 points, to 24,687 on Monday, marking its fourth consecutive session of losses. Investors remained cautious as rising crude prices and renewed concerns over global interest rates weighed on market sentiment.

The decline was led by technology stocks, particularly companies linked to artificial intelligence. Renewed tensions in the Middle East also pushed oil prices higher, raising concerns that persistent inflation could make central banks more cautious about cutting interest rates.

Why Are Hong Kong Stocks Falling Today?

Higher oil prices have increased concerns about inflation and the future path of global interest rates. Investors are also reassessing valuation...