Shares of Sands China Ltd, a leading operator of casinos and resorts in Macau, surged 10% on Monday, riding a wave of optimism that swept through Hong Kong's stock market ahead of the resumption of trading in mainland China.
The rally in Sands China's stock came as the Hang Seng Index climbed to a 2-1/2 year high, fueled by expectations that Chinese authorities will unleash aggressive stimulus measures to revive the country's faltering economy. Stocks in sectors such as technology, tourism, and state-owned enterprises led the charge, with investors betting that businesses in these industries will be among the biggest beneficiaries of government support.
For Sands China and its peers in the gaming and tourism sectors, the prospect of increased fiscal spending and policies aimed at boosting domestic consumption bodes well for a potential recovery in travel demand. Analysts believe that measures to boost household incomes and drive economic growth could translate into higher visitor arrivals and spending in entertainment hubs like Macau.
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