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China Equities Stabilize Amid Global Macro Uncertainty

Apr 14, 2026 01:03 UTC
SCI, SZSE, CL=F
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The Shanghai and Shenzhen indices snapped a three-day losing streak on Friday, led by gains in the energy sector. However, broader sentiment remains cautious as investors weigh mixed global economic signals and upcoming PMI data.

  • Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3,186.48 (+0.05%)
  • Shenzhen Composite Index ended at 2,089.74 (+0.44%)
  • Energy sector led gains, notably Huaneng Power (+4.19%)
  • Property sector remained under pressure with multiple firms sliding over 1.6%
  • WTI Crude futures rose 0.3% to $86.87 per barrel
  • Market awaiting Caixin PMI data for further direction

Chinese equity markets saw a modest recovery on Friday, ending a three-day decline. The Shanghai Composite Index (SCI) edged up 1.50 points, or 0.05%, to close at 3,186.48, while the Shenzhen Composite Index rose 0.44% to finish at 2,089.74. The recovery comes after a period of volatility where the SCI had shed nearly 60 points. Market participants are currently balancing bargain-hunting opportunities against persistent concerns regarding the global economic outlook and mixed signals from international bourses. Sector performance was bifurcated. Energy stocks provided the primary support, with Huaneng Power surging 4.19% and PetroChina climbing 1.12%. Conversely, the property sector continued to struggle, with Gemdale and China Fortune Land both sliding over 1.6%. Financials remained mixed, with several major banks, including the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, posting slight losses. The domestic recovery occurred against a backdrop of weakness in U.S. markets, where the Dow and S&P 500 both fell over 1%. While U.S. employment data was viewed by some as a 'goldilocks' report, a sharp decline in new manufacturing orders added to the bearish tone in New York. Attention now shifts to the release of the Caixin services and composite PMIs. These indicators will provide critical insight into China's economic momentum following July's readings of 55.5 and 54.0, respectively.

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