HK Stock Market Move | LEADS BIOLABS-B (09887) rose over 6% in the afternoon and is expected to become a target for the Hong Kong stock connect next month. The company is about to reach a commercial turning point.

13:46 23/02/2026

Vitasoy International Holdings Limited (09887) surged more than 6% in the afternoon and rose 5.62% as of press time, closing at HK$68.65, with a turnover of HK$2588.66 million.

LEADS BIOLABS-B (09887) rose more than 6% in the afternoon, up 5.62% to HK$68.65 as of the time of publication, with a trading volume of HK$25.886 million. On the news front, Hang Seng Index Company announced the results of its quarterly review, with LITZI being included in the Hang Seng Composite Index. All changes will be implemented after the close of trading on March 6 and will take effect from March 9. CICC released a research report indicating the possibility of LITZI being included in the Hong Kong Stock Connect in March. Western also stated that considering the many clinical data catalysts for the company in 2026, there is the potential for a commercial turning point in 2027.

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