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SHSE:601939 News 17 January 2026

China Construction Bank A-shares slip — what matters before China’s big data dump and rate signals

China Construction Bank A-shares slip — what matters before China’s big data dump and rate signals

Shanghai, Jan 18, 2026, 04:03 GMT+8 — Market closed. China Construction Bank’s Class A shares on the Shanghai exchange slipped in the final session. The next catalyst is likely to be policy-driven rather than market action. The stock offers a glimpse into China’s credit cycle. When concerns flare over growth, property, and funding costs, large state banks usually feel the…
17 January 2026
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  • US Natural Gas Prices Surge Amid Historic Arctic Winter Storm
    January 24, 2026, 3:06 AM EST. Natural gas prices climbed sharply, with February Nymex futures up 4.56%, driven by a historic Arctic cold front set to impact 24 US states this weekend. The storm threatens gas production, especially in Texas, a key production hub less equipped for extreme cold. US natural gas production forecasts have been revised down for 2026 by the EIA amid concerns about weather disruptions. Despite record-high production and steady rig counts, inventories remain above average but are being drawn down faster than expected. Exports via LNG terminals continue to increase, adding upward pressure. Electricity output shows mixed signals with recent declines but annual increases, complicating demand projections. Overall, the cold weather and supply risks underpin the recent surge in natural gas prices.
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