Gold stocks led the gains in early trading. As of the latest update, Lingbao Gold (03330) rose 6.77% to HKD 18.93, while China Gold International (02099) climbed 6.79% to HKD 161.90. China Silver Group (00815) gained 4.35%, trading at HKD 0.72, and Zhaojin Mining (01818) advanced 4.60% to HKD 31.84.