Equities post worst loss since late June

China's stock market had another down day on Monday, posting the steepest decline since June 24, led by resource and energy companies.

The Shanghai Composite Index sank 2.44 percent to 1,958.27 points, while the Shenzhen Component Index fell 2.79 percent to 7,637.63.

The Hang Seng China Enterprises Index dropped 1.59 percent.