CHENGDU, Dec 5. (NBD) -- The launch of Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect helps channel Hong Kong investment funds into Shanghai Stock Exchange. While the launch of Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect (SZHKSC) also provides a platform for funds to be traded both on Hong Kong and Shenzhen security markets.

Huatai Securities noted that SZHKSC is good for HK blue chips in the short term but will have a great impact on the mainland capital market in the long run. It also added that investors should eye on the rarities on the HK market, such as wine, traditional chinese medicine, and defense stocks. Discounted A share, home appliance stocks and building material stocks should also be paid attention to.

NBD noticed that SZHKSC would benefit security companies both in mainland and Hong Kong. China Investment Securities observed that it will enable mainland security companies to boost market sentiment, improve performance and expand global market.