China Shares lower in morning trade

The benchmark Shanghai Composite Index slipped 0.16 percent, or 3.35 points, to 2,056.03.
SHANGHAI (AFP) - Chinese shares were lower in morning trade Monday as investors awaited the release of June economic figures later this week, dealers said.
The benchmark Shanghai Composite Index slipped 0.16 percent, or 3.35 points, to 2,056.03.
The Shenzhen Composite Index, which tracks stocks on China s second exchange, edged down 0.08 percent, or 0.87 points, to 1,112.68.