Hang Seng Index & Scott Bessent
22 shared events · Importance 4 · Last updated Aug 24, 2026
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International
Hang Seng Index: Hang Seng fell 2.1%, pressured by tech and geopolitical concerns.
Scott Bessent: Bessent is set to provide details of the plan and is pressuring allies and China to join.
Aug 24, 2026 · 11 articles
International
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index>>> dipped significantly as Asian stock markets reacted negatively to the renewed Middle East tensions.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent>>>, United States>>> Treasury Secretary, has vowed to use Iranian funds to pay for damage caused to Gulf allies and to offset tolls paid to the Persian Gulf Strait Authority.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
Hang Seng Index: The index rose slightly, showing resilience amid currency market moves.
Scott Bessent: As Treasury Secretary, he confirmed the intervention, pledged 'whatever it takes' support, and hinted at expanding the FIMA facility, boosting market confidence.
Jul 30, 2026 · 162 articles
International
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index>>> dipped significantly as Asian stock markets reacted negatively to the renewed Middle East tensions.
Scott Bessent: As US Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent>>> believes elevated yields and inflation are transient and will subside when the conflict ends and the Strait of Hormuz>>> reopens.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
International
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng fell, reflecting regional market concerns.
Scott Bessent: As Treasury Secretary, Bessent has imposed sanctions on Iran and commented on the economic impact of the war.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
Business
Hang Seng Index: Edged lower, but Chinese AI startups surged.
Scott Bessent: Treasury Secretary, hinted at a deal with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Jul 14, 2026 · 280 articles
International
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong rose, reflecting the broader positive trend in Asian stock markets.
Scott Bessent: As US Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent has reiterated Trump's 'red lines' for a deal and has threatened to 'aggressively target' Oman if it facilitates tolls in the Strait of Hormuz, indicating the US stance on sanctions and maritime freedom.
May 18, 2026 · 309 articles
International
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong's Hang Seng gained despite global market uncertainty.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary, reassured about the temporary nature of the sanctions waiver on Russian seaborne oil.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong rose, reflecting the broader positive trend in Asian stock markets.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, predicted that oil prices could come down quickly once a deal between the US and Iran is finalized, indicating the economic impact of the negotiations.
May 27, 2026 · 101 articles
International
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong index traded lower.
Scott Bessent: Treasury Secretary Bessent threatened economic isolation for Iran, adding to pressure.
Jul 31, 2026 · 335 articles
International
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index was down 0.2 percent, reflecting mixed global market reactions to geopolitical events and economic outlook.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, stated that the US naval blockade is part of a broader economic embargo aimed at suffocating the Iranian regime.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong's Hang Seng gained, reflecting positive market sentiment in response to the peace deal hopes.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary, stated that Washington would use money from frozen Iranian accounts to offset damages inflicted by Iran on US allies and any tolls imposed for transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 20, 2026 · 497 articles
International
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index rose, indicating positive performance in Hong Kong stocks, partly due to gains in the chipmaking sector.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
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