September 2nd, news
According to the Spotcom AI assistant, on September 1, 2026, the spot price of low-sulfur fuel oil 180CST in China generally increased. The self-pickup quotation range across the country rose to 6200-6600 CNY/ton, an overall increase of 100 CNY/ton compared to August 31. The mainstream suppliers in the East China region have all raised their quotes. Based on the average difference analysis system, it is determined that the current price of fuel oil 180CST is in a clear upward trend, but the price has already reached a high point in the nearly 1-year cycle, and the subsequent room for further increases is relatively limited.
I. Data Description
The latest available data is up to September 1, 2026, and it is recommended to refer to real-time data.
II. Table of Mean Difference Changes
| Average Difference Type | Value as of September 1, 2026 | Value as of August 31, 2026 | Direction of Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-day Average Difference (D5) | 77.50 | 15.00 | + |
| 10-day Average Difference (D10) | 35.00 | 26.25 | + |
| 20-day Average Difference (D20) | 58.12 | 56.25 | + |
III. Signal Status Determination
The current three differences compared to the previous day are all positive, indicating a clear upward signal.
IV. Conclusion on Trend Direction
The current price trend for 180CST fuel oil in China is clearly increasing.
Reason: The changes in the 5-day, 10-day, and 20-day averages compared to the previous day are all in the same direction, showing a positive increase, which meets the criteria for a clear upward trend according to the average difference method.
V. Positional Spatial Reference
Fuel oil 180CST prices are in the 5th tier (high) range for 60-day, 3-month, and 1-year periods, with limited room for further increases.
Six, Spot Market Dynamics
On September 1, 2026, the self-pickup low-sulfur 180cst fuel oil quotation in the Ningbo area of China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) was 6,400 CNY/ton, an increase of 100 CNY/ton from the previous trading day. The company's shipments were normal.
On September 1, 2026, the ex-warehouse low-sulfur fuel oil 180cst quote for the Shanghai region offered by Zhongran was RMB 6,250 per ton, an increase of RMB 50 per ton compared to the previous trading day.
August 27 - August 31, the price of 180CST fuel oil in China remained stable overall, with a trading range of 6100-6500 CNY/ton. On September 1, there was a concentrated increase.
7. 1-Year Price Trend Chart
Eight, Risk Warning
The above analysis is for reference only and does not constitute trading advice.
