September 14 news
According to the Spotcom AI assistant, this daily report is compiled based on the mean difference analysis framework and the latest quotes from the Chinese spot market. As of September 13, 2026, the spot price of 180CST low-sulfur fuel oil in China has been continuously adjusted upward for several days. The current market situation is in a strong consolidation phase with a bias towards strength, with prices at a high level within the past year. In the short term, the market is biased towards further increases, but the upside potential is limited, and there is a need to be cautious of the risk of high-level fluctuations.
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Data Explanation
The most recent available data is up to September 13, 2026, and it is recommended to refer to real-time data.
Recent spot quotation situation in China
September 8-11, the spot price of 180CST low-sulfur fuel oil in China was continuously adjusted upwards: the self-pickup price in Ningbo increased from 6,650 CNY/ton to 7,000 CNY/ton, while the quotations in main production areas such as Qingdao, Dalian, and Shanghai were also raised by 50-400 CNY/ton. The mainstream quotation range in China increased from 6,500-6,900 CNY/ton to 7,000-7,300 CNY/ton, with overall normal sales from enterprises.
Difference Table of Means
| Average Difference Type | Value as of September 13, 2026 (CNY/ton) | Value as of September 12, 2026 (CNY/ton) | Direction of Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-day Average Difference (D5) | 35.00 | 117.50 | - |
| 10-day Average Difference (D10) | 188.75 | 147.50 | + |
| 20-day Average Difference (D20) | 175.62 | 168.12 | + |
Signal status determination
The current combination of average difference change symbols is (－,＋,＋), which indicates a strong consolidation (bullish) signal.
Trend Direction Conclusion
The current price trend is fluctuating. The reason is that the 5-day average difference has decreased compared to the previous day, while the 10-day and 20-day average differences have increased compared to the previous day. The directions of change for these three are not entirely consistent, indicating no clear unilateral trend, and the overall situation shows a strong consolidation trend.
Location spatial reference
Fuel oil prices in China have been in the 5th tier (high range) for nearly 1 year, with limited room for further increases and an elevated risk of high volatility.
1 year trend chart
Risk Warning
The above analysis is for reference only and does not constitute trading advice.
