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2026-09-16 17:13 (CN)
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Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline was attacked and shut down, Yanbu...

2026-09-16 / Mood: Risk-Off / Updated 2026-09-16 17:13 (Asia/Shanghai)

The overnight information main thread is a dual supply-side shock: Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline was preventively shut down after a drone attack and loading at Yanbu port was suspended, compounded by the shutdown of three oil fields in Libya, causing international oil prices to jump significantly, while U.S. diesel prices simultaneously hit a record...

  1. Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline was attacked and shut down, Yanbu port loading was suspended, compounded by the shutdown of three oil fields in Liby...
  2. Ahead of the Federal Reserve policy meeting, markets bet on a 25 basis point rate hike, and the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield briefly rose to 5.045% (200...
  3. Houthi forces seized a key Red Sea oil passage, a tanker was attacked in Hormuz, and Russia and Ukraine denied an energy ceasefire and continued mutual at...
  4. Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline was attacked and shut down, Yanbu port loading was suspended.
  5. Ahead of the Federal Reserve policy meeting, markets bet on a 25 basis point rate hike, and the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield briefly rose to 5.045%.
Saudi pipeline closure, Yanbu port suspension, and Libyan oil field shutdowns tightened crude oil supplyMarkets expect a 25 basis point Federal Reserve rate hike, with the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield briefly rising to 5.045%Houthi forces advanced to the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, a tanker was attacked in Hormuz, and shipping risk premiums roseRussia and Ukraine attacked each other's energy facilities, and NATO jets shot down a suspected Russian drone over Lithuania
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Geopolitical Risks
Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline was shut down after an attack, and Saudi Arabia canceled some September crude orders to Europe.; Houthi forces seized Mocha port and advanced toward Mayyun Island in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, raising shipping risks again in the Red Sea and Bab-el-Mandeb Strait [Evidence: 31...
Market Watch
Crude oil: WTI settled at $105.83 per barrel (+4.38%), Brent settled at $108.75 per barrel (+2.9%); watch the $110 and $120 resistance levels [Evidence: 311939] [Evidence: 311891]; U.S. Treasuries: 10-year briefly at 5.045%, 30-year briefly at 5.402%, both the highest since 2007; whether they can hold above 5% is key [Evidence: 311863]
What to Watch
September 16 Federal Reserve policy decision, statement wording, and Warsh's press conference remarks; Saudi Yanbu port loading and East-West oil pipeline recovery timetable
Policy Watch
Federal Reserve September 16 meeting decision: markets price a more than 90% probability of a 25 basis point rate hike.; If the rate hike lands and the wording is hawkish, rising dollar and short-end rates will further pressure risk assets and create reverse pressure on oil prices

Theme Tracker

Energy & Commodities
Trajectory (escalating): Since oil and gas prices rose in early September, pushing up European inflation, oil prices have climbed continuously. On September 10, U.S. crude rose 6.69% in a single day, continued rising on the 14th, and rose another 4.38% on the 15th, with the upward trend continuing rather than peaking [Evidence: 311939]; Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline was preventively shut down after a drone attack, Saudi Arabia canceled some September crude orders to Europe, and New York October light crude settled up $4.44 at $105.83 per barrel, a gain of 4.38% [Evidence: 311939]
Supply Impact
Trajectory (escalating): From previous regional logistics disruptions (such as French fishermen blockading oil depots) to operational interruptions at core export ports and oil fields in oil-producing countries such as Saudi Arabia and Libya [Evidence: 311838]; Saudi Arabia's Red Sea Yanbu port suspended oil loading, directly affecting export capacity in the Red Sea direction [Evidence: 311838] Key events: Saudi Yanbu port export suspension and Libyan oil field shutdowns sent oil prices soaring nearly $3 (Source: The Korea Times) [Evidence: 311838]
Economic & Monetary Policy
Trajectory (escalating): U.S. Treasury yields hit a more than two-year high on September 2, broke above 5% on the 14th, and further rose to 5.045% on the 15th, with tightening expectations continuously strengthening [Evidence: 311921]; The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield briefly rose to 5.045% in the early hours of the 15th, the highest since July 2007; the 30-year yield briefly reached 5.402%, the highest since June 2007 [Evidence: 311863] Key events: U.S. 10-year Treasury yield briefly rose to 5.045%, the highest since 2007 (Source: China News Service) [Evidence: 311921]
Regional Conflict
Trajectory (escalating): New military friction appeared on the same day in the Strait of Hormuz, the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, and the Baltic Sea direction, with the conflict spreading from a single point to multiple sea areas and directions [Evidence: 311914]; Yemen's Houthi forces, backed by Iran, launched a lightning offensive and seized a key maritime oil transport chokepoint; they also seized Mocha port and advanced toward Mayyun Island in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, putting upward pressure on Red Sea shipping insurance costs [Evidence: 311914] [Evidence: 311764] Key events: Houthi lightning offensive seizes key oil passage (Source: El Mundo) [Evidence: 311914]
Logistics & Inventory
Trajectory (escalating): Transport disruptions in Hormuz and the Red Sea have extended from shipping issues to real economy costs and small business employment, with official agencies beginning to quantify the impact [Evidence: 311898]; UNCTAD analysis said that trade disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz hit small businesses hardest, which account for 70% of global employment [Evidence: 311898] Key events: UN briefing: trade disrupted in Strait of Hormuz, small and medium-sized enterprises under pressure (Source: UNRIC France) [Evidence: 311898]; Egyptian President Sisi meets Saudi Crown Prince, supports call for Red Sea navigation safety (Source: Al Jazeera) [Evidence: 311869]
Trade & Sanctions
Trajectory (escalating): The United States is exporting trade rules through forced labor import bans, the European Union's sanctions on Russia extend to the shadow fleet and visa restrictions, and rule-based friction is simultaneously increasing [Evidence: 311915]; The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) convened more than 50 trading partners in Washington to provide training and technical assistance on the implementation and enforcement of forced labor import bans; as of July 2026, 12 economies had adopted related measures [Evidence: 311915] Key events: USTR convenes more than 50 trading partners to train on forced labor import bans (Source: USTR) [Evidence: 311915]

Source attribution: This briefing is compiled from publicly available information (see references).

Market Mood: 🔴 Risk-Off Energy supply disruptions pushed up oil and diesel prices, compounded by strengthened Federal Reserve rate hike expectations and long-end U.S. Treasury yields breaking above 5%, constituting a dual suppression of rising inflation and rising discount rates, while geopolitical tensions escalated in multiple points across the Middle East and Europe. Drivers: Saudi pipeline closure, Yanbu port suspension, and Libyan oil field shutdowns tightened crude oil supply / Markets expect a 25 basis point Federal Reserve rate hike, with the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield briefly rising to 5.045% / Houthi forces advanced to the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, a tanker was attacked in Hormuz, and shipping risk premiums rose / Russia and Ukraine attacked each other's energy facilities, and NATO jets shot down a suspected Russian drone over Lithuania

TL;DR - Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline was attacked and shut down, Yanbu port loading was suspended. - Ahead of the Federal Reserve policy meeting, markets bet on a 25 basis point rate hike, and the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield briefly rose to 5.045%. - Houthi forces seized a key Red Sea oil passage, a tanker was attacked in Hormuz.

Summary The overnight information main thread is a dual supply-side shock: Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline was preventively shut down after a drone attack and loading at Yanbu port was suspended, compounded by the shutdown of three oil fields in Libya, causing international oil prices to jump significantly, while U.S. diesel prices simultaneously hit a record high. Meanwhile, the Federal Reserve's policy meeting is underway.

Secondary Highlights

  • [Technology] Jovem Pan News reports: Brazil's electric vehicles near one million, insurance and repair sectors under pressure: According to Jovem Pan News, sales of electrified vehicles in Brazil are growing rapidly, with 328,000 units sold from January to August 2026, up 160.
  • [Lifestyle] NDRC Holds High-Level Roundtable with U.S. Companies, Focusing on the 15th Five-Year Plan: The National Development and Reform Commission held a high-level roundtable with U.S. multinational companies in China under the theme "Embracing the 15th Five-Year Plan and Jointly Pursuing New Development"; (Source: NDRC News)

Key Transmission Paths - Saudi pipeline closure / Yanbu port suspension -> crude oil supply tightens -> oil prices jump -> inflation expectations rise. - Federal Reserve rate hike -> dollar and real interest rates rise -> risk asset valuations such as equities under pressure. - Houthis control Red Sea passage -> shipping insurance and freight rates rise -> Eurasian landed energy costs increase. - Russia and Ukraine attack each other's refining facilities -> diesel supply tightens -> diesel prices hit record highs.

Contradictions / Divergences - A Houthi spokesman said trade in the Red Sea and Bab-el-Mandeb Strait remains safe and uninterrupted. - Trump claimed an energy ceasefire had been reached, but both Ukraine and Russia denied it and continued mutual attacks. - There are differences over the cause of the Hormuz tanker attack: Iran said it hit a mine and caught fire. - As U.S. diesel prices hit a record high, Trump called on Ukraine to stop striking Russian refineries. - Rising oil prices usually benefit energy assets, but against the backdrop of rising rate hike expectations.

Lessons Learned - Driven by geopolitical conflict, the correlation between oil prices and inflation expectations has strengthened. - For key straits, persistent missile, drone, and unmanned vessel risks are enough to change the behavior of international shipping.

Sources Xinhua Finance / China News Service / The Korea Times / El Mundo - International News / Google News - World / BBC News (Top) / RT News / UNRIC France / Al Jazeera Middle East / NBC News Politics / USTR Press Releases / Ukrinform / Los Angeles Times World & Nation / DW (Deutsche Welle)

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Technology | 2026-09-16

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Jovem Pan News reports: Brazil's electric vehicles near one million, insurance and repair sectors under pressure
According to Jovem Pan News, sales of electrified vehicles in Brazil are growing rapidly, with 328,000 units sold from January to August 2026, up 160.5% year-on-year, and the fleet approaching 950,000 units, expected to surpass one million in September. This poses challenges for insurers and repair shops in parts supply, specialized maintenance, and high-voltage batteries, and may drive up...
Impact: The rapid rise in Brazil's electric vehicle fleet may increase pressure on insurers and repair shops regarding parts supply, specialized maintenance, and high-voltage batteries, and could push up repair costs and insurance rates.
Jovem Pan News | 2026-09-15 21:55 | Source
Technology
Al Jazeera Middle East reports: US House Speaker rejects AI pause, warns of losing advantage over China
According to Al Jazeera Middle East, the US House Speaker rejected calls to pause artificial intelligence development, warning that slowing down would cede technological advantage to China. The US side had previously called AI concerns a "hoax," saying existing safeguards are sufficient.
Al Jazeera Middle East | 2026-09-15 20:39 | Source
Technology
Xinhua Finance reports: SCO Digital Economy Forum held in Urumqi, promoting nearly 20 cooperation intentions
According to Xinhua Finance, the 2026 SCO Digital Economy Forum was held in Urumqi, Xinjiang. The National Data Administration proposed deepening cooperation in data governance and digital infrastructure connectivity, and released a list of key cooperation items for 2026-2027, covering digital infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing, energy, transportation and logistics, and other fields...
Xinhua Finance | 2026-09-15 16:05 | Source
Technology
China News Service reports: Huawei releases world's first 3D data center, co-building a new AIDC paradigm
According to China News Service, Huawei officially released the world's first 3D data center at the 2026 AIDC Industry Development Conference held in Wuhu, Anhui, and released related monographs and design galleries, working with the industry to build a new paradigm for artificial intelligence data centers.
China News Service | 2026-09-15 14:34 | Source
Technology
Al Jazeera Middle East reports: Western intelligence warns of Iranian cyber threats targeting overseas dissidents
According to Al Jazeera Middle East, Western intelligence agencies warned that the Iranian government is using spyware called "CHOSEN BRICK" against critics abroad, posing a cybersecurity threat.
Al Jazeera Middle East | 2026-09-15 20:39 | Source
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Lifestyle | 2026-09-16

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NDRC Holds High-Level Roundtable with U.S. Companies, Focusing on the 15th Five-Year Plan
The National Development and Reform Commission held a high-level roundtable with U.S. multinational companies in China under the theme "Embracing the 15th Five-Year Plan and Jointly Pursuing New Development"; meanwhile, the NDRC released logistics network development goals for 2030 and promoted county-level consumption to unlock domestic demand.
Impact: The roundtable and related actions may help stabilize foreign investment expectations and advance domestic demand and logistics network development, but the specific effects remain to be seen.
NDRC News | 2026-09-15 22:41 | Source
Life
China's NDRC Conducts Intensive High-Level Foreign Meetings and Belt and Road Cooperation
China's National Development and Reform Commission recently released information on multiple high-level meetings and foreign cooperation activities, involving exchanges and agreement signings with U.S. multinational companies, Finland, Egypt, Chile, Algeria, Honduras, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cuba, and others. The content mainly covers bilateral economic and trade ties, Belt and Road cooperation, and railway transport cooperation.
NDRC Press Releases | 2026-09-15 22:41 | Source
Life
Ukraine to Sign Supplementary Contract for Railway Protection System
The Ukrainian side announced that Ukraine will sign a supplementary contract to strengthen protection systems for railways, border crossings, and other Ukrainian Railways facilities. It also discussed attracting state-owned banks to support national logistics.
Ukrinform | 2026-09-15 19:22 | Source
Life
Dutch Railways Suspected Sabotage Causes Major Morning Rush Hour Disruption
The Dutch railway operator reported that suspected sabotage caused large-scale rail disruptions during the morning rush hour, with the incident occurring before the opening of parliament.
Google News - World | 2026-09-15 15:04 | Source
Life
Ukraine Holds Supreme Commander-in-Chief Meeting, Focusing on Critical Infrastructure and Logistics Protection
Ukraine held a meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief, focusing on production contracts for critical infrastructure and logistics protection systems, and analyzing the needs of Ukrainian railways, gas stations, and key enterprises.
Ukrinform | 2026-09-15 14:49 | Source
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Technology | 2026-09-16

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Jovem Pan News reports: Brazil's electric vehicles near one million, insurance and repair sectors under pressure
According to Jovem Pan News, sales of electrified vehicles in Brazil are growing rapidly, with 328,000 units sold from January to August 2026, up 160.5% year-on-year, and the fleet approaching 950,000 units, expected to surpass one million in September. This poses challenges for insurers and repair shops in parts supply, specialized maintenance, and high-voltage batteries, and may drive up...
Impact: The rapid rise in Brazil's electric vehicle fleet may increase pressure on insurers and repair shops regarding parts supply, specialized maintenance, and high-voltage batteries, and could push up repair costs and insurance rates.
Jovem Pan News | 2026-09-15 21:55 | Source
Technology
Al Jazeera Middle East reports: US House Speaker rejects AI pause, warns of losing advantage over China
According to Al Jazeera Middle East, the US House Speaker rejected calls to pause artificial intelligence development, warning that slowing down would cede technological advantage to China. The US side had previously called AI concerns a "hoax," saying existing safeguards are sufficient.
Al Jazeera Middle East | 2026-09-15 20:39 | Source
Technology
Xinhua Finance reports: SCO Digital Economy Forum held in Urumqi, promoting nearly 20 cooperation intentions
According to Xinhua Finance, the 2026 SCO Digital Economy Forum was held in Urumqi, Xinjiang. The National Data Administration proposed deepening cooperation in data governance and digital infrastructure connectivity, and released a list of key cooperation items for 2026-2027, covering digital infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing, energy, transportation and logistics, and other fields...
Xinhua Finance | 2026-09-15 16:05 | Source
Technology
China News Service reports: Huawei releases world's first 3D data center, co-building a new AIDC paradigm
According to China News Service, Huawei officially released the world's first 3D data center at the 2026 AIDC Industry Development Conference held in Wuhu, Anhui, and released related monographs and design galleries, working with the industry to build a new paradigm for artificial intelligence data centers.
China News Service | 2026-09-15 14:34 | Source
Technology
Al Jazeera Middle East reports: Western intelligence warns of Iranian cyber threats targeting overseas dissidents
According to Al Jazeera Middle East, Western intelligence agencies warned that the Iranian government is using spyware called "CHOSEN BRICK" against critics abroad, posing a cybersecurity threat.
Al Jazeera Middle East | 2026-09-15 20:39 | Source
Technology
China News Service reports: US AI giants call for slowing AI development
According to China News Service, several major US AI companies have recently publicly called for "slowing down" AI development. The stated reason is safety considerations, but competition and policy maneuvering may be behind it.
China News Service | 2026-09-15 16:05 | Source
Technology
China News Service reports: Zhejiang Smart Expo showcases domestic GPUs and breakthroughs in the intelligent IoT industry
According to China News Service, the 16th Smart City and Intelligent Economy Expo was held in Ningbo, Zhejiang. The Zhejiang intelligent IoT industry exhibition area showcased domestic inference GPUs, memory chips, and other chips, as well as cutting-edge products such as industrial large models and intelligent robots.
China News Service | 2026-09-15 15:04 | Source
Technology
China News Service reports: Guangzhou-Hong Kong Technology Industry Integration and Innovation Center unveiled in Nansha, Guangzhou
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China News Service | 2026-09-15 14:34 | Source
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China News Service reports: China Economic and Social Forum held in Hangzhou, focusing on AI governance and the global digital divide
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China News Service | 2026-09-15 14:34 | Source
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China News Service reports: Personal Information Protection Forum of National Cybersecurity Week held in Jinan
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China News Service | 2026-09-15 15:04 | Source
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China News Service reports: Information Engineering University of the Cyberspace Force appears at 2026 National Cybersecurity Week
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China News Service | 2026-09-15 15:04 | Source
Technology
China News Service reports: Jinan hosts Cybersecurity Integration Development Conference to empower high-quality urban development
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China News Service | 2026-09-15 14:34 | Source
Technology
China News Service reports: 2026 National Cybersecurity Week Tianjin activities launched
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China News Service | 2026-09-15 14:34 | Source
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El Mundo - International News | 2026-09-15 14:19 | Source

Lifestyle | 2026-09-16

Life
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NDRC Holds High-Level Roundtable with U.S. Companies, Focusing on the 15th Five-Year Plan
The National Development and Reform Commission held a high-level roundtable with U.S. multinational companies in China under the theme "Embracing the 15th Five-Year Plan and Jointly Pursuing New Development"; meanwhile, the NDRC released logistics network development goals for 2030 and promoted county-level consumption to unlock domestic demand.
Impact: The roundtable and related actions may help stabilize foreign investment expectations and advance domestic demand and logistics network development, but the specific effects remain to be seen.
NDRC News | 2026-09-15 22:41 | Source
Life
China's NDRC Conducts Intensive High-Level Foreign Meetings and Belt and Road Cooperation
China's National Development and Reform Commission recently released information on multiple high-level meetings and foreign cooperation activities, involving exchanges and agreement signings with U.S. multinational companies, Finland, Egypt, Chile, Algeria, Honduras, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cuba, and others. The content mainly covers bilateral economic and trade ties, Belt and Road cooperation, and railway transport cooperation.
NDRC Press Releases | 2026-09-15 22:41 | Source
Life
Ukraine to Sign Supplementary Contract for Railway Protection System
The Ukrainian side announced that Ukraine will sign a supplementary contract to strengthen protection systems for railways, border crossings, and other Ukrainian Railways facilities. It also discussed attracting state-owned banks to support national logistics.
Ukrinform | 2026-09-15 19:22 | Source
Life
Dutch Railways Suspected Sabotage Causes Major Morning Rush Hour Disruption
The Dutch railway operator reported that suspected sabotage caused large-scale rail disruptions during the morning rush hour, with the incident occurring before the opening of parliament.
Google News - World | 2026-09-15 15:04 | Source
Life
Ukraine Holds Supreme Commander-in-Chief Meeting, Focusing on Critical Infrastructure and Logistics Protection
Ukraine held a meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief, focusing on production contracts for critical infrastructure and logistics protection systems, and analyzing the needs of Ukrainian railways, gas stations, and key enterprises.
Ukrinform | 2026-09-15 14:49 | Source
Life
One Year of Visa-Free Travel to Russia: Cross-Border Passenger Flow at Suifenhe Highway Port Up Nearly 30%
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China News Service | 2026-09-15 22:41 | Source
Life
Ukrainian Energy Company: No Power Restrictions Planned for Wednesday
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Ukrinform | 2026-09-15 16:51 | Source
Life
Houthi-Run TV Releases Video of Abandoned Mokha Airport
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Al Jazeera Middle East | 2026-09-15 13:33 | Source
Life
Russian Side Meets Head of Consumer Rights Protection Agency to Discuss Influenza Vaccination
The Russian side met with Popova, head of the Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing, to discuss consumer protection, vaccination preparations, medical plans in the special military operation area, and international cooperation. Popova said the current sanitary and epidemiological situation is stable, the flu season has begun, this year's influenza vaccine composition has been fully changed to target three virus types, and the Russian Federation has allocated funds to vaccinate more than half the population.
Kremlin President News | 2026-09-15 14:34 | Source
Life
Experts and Scholars Discuss How to Build China's Independent Knowledge System for Intangible Cultural Heritage
Experts and scholars discussed how to build China's independent knowledge system for intangible cultural heritage.
China News Service | 2026-09-15 14:34 | Source
Life
American Journalist Answers Three Questions on Tibet: Religion, Language, and Culture All Affirmed
In an interview with China News Service, American journalist Shangguan Jiewen responded with three "Yes" answers to Western doubts about religious freedom, language use, and cultural inheritance in Tibet.
China News Service | 2026-09-15 13:33 | Source

Market Context

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Market Summary
Notable moves in the previous trading window: MA Methanol +16.14%, AG Silver -4.73%, PP Polypropylene -4.66%.
Data Window
domestic trading day 2026-09-11 / local market data through 2026-09-11 14:59 (Asia/Shanghai) / overseas anchors through 2026-09-15 08:20 (Asia/Shanghai)
Notable Moves (2026-09-16)
MA Methanol (MA609): 4181 (+16.14%) / AG Silver (AG2609): 15599 (-4.73%) / PP Polypropylene (PP2609): 9820 (-4.66%)
Sector Performance
Precious Metals -0.57% / Energy +0.56% / Ferrous -1.10% / Base Metals -1.32%
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