The three key indices opened on a downbeat note but staged a volatile rebound, ultimately retracing some gains after peaking in the afternoon. At the market close, the Shanghai Composite Index edged up 0.18%, the Shenzhen Component Index advanced 0.60%, and the ChiNext Index registered a 0.78% gain. The semiconductor sector emerged as the standout performer, with PCB concepts, fertilizers, lithium mines, and brewing industries also shining brightly. Conversely, the textile and apparel, commercial chain, and internet sectors witnessed notable declines. Across both markets, approximately 2,600 stocks ended in positive territory, with total trading volume surpassing RMB 1.1 trillion.
