China’s shares end up 0.2 pct

China’s key stock index closed 0.2 percent higher on Thursday supported by strength in oil firms as U.S. crude oil extended gains to hold under $92 a barrel,but thin volumes show investors are cautious ahead of economic data.

The benchmark Shanghai Composite Index rose to 2,827.7 points,extending a 0.6 percent rise on Wednesday. The index is nearing the key technical 250-day moving average level at 2,831 points.