Enthusiasm for Hong Kong-Shanghai trading link fades

Early orders placed on its second day falling far short of Monday’s launch

Enthusiasm for China’s much-heralded trading link between Shanghai and Hong Kong diminished, with early orders placed on its second day falling far short of Monday’s launch.

Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect is a program allowing wealthy individuals in China to buy stocks traded in Hong Kong, while also allowing international investors to access shares listed in Shanghai.

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