September 18th News
According to the SpotCom AI assistant, this daily report is based on the latest spot data and average difference analysis framework. The analysis of the price trend of China's 180CST fuel oil shows that the recent spot quotations for China's 180CST fuel oil have been continuously increasing. On September 17, 2026, the nationwide self-pickup low-sulfur quotation range was 7200-7700 CNY/ton. The current market situation is in a strong consolidation phase, with a bias towards fluctuation, and the price is at a high level in the nearly 1-year cycle. The room for further increases is limited, for reference by relevant market participants.
I. Data Description
The latest available fuel oil 180CST spot data is up to September 17, 2026. It is recommended to refer to real-time data. Recent spot quotations have been continuously rising: on September 14, the quotation range in China was 7100-7400 CNY/ton; on September 15, the quotation range was 7200-7500 CNY/ton; on September 16, the quotation range was 7200-7600 CNY/ton; and on September 17, the quotation range was 7200-7700 CNY/ton. In the main regions, the highest single-day increase in quotations by China National Offshore Oil Corporation reached 450 CNY/ton, and the sales of enterprises were normal.
II. Table of Mean Difference Changes
| Average Difference Type | Value as of September 17, 2026 (CNY/ton) | Value as of September 16, 2026 (CNY/ton) | Direction of Change Compared to Previous Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-day Average Difference (D5) | 217.50 | 230.00 | - |
| 10-day Average Difference (D10) | 200.00 | 191.25 | + |
| 20-day Average Difference (D20) | 283.12 | 247.50 | + |
III. Signal Status Determination
The current combination of changes in the three differences from the previous day is (－, ＋, ＋), corresponding to a strong consolidation (bullish) signal.
IV. Conclusion on Trend Direction
The current price trend is biased towards strength within a range-bound market. Reason: The direction of change in the three averages compared to the previous day is not entirely consistent, meeting the criteria for a range-bound market. The corresponding signal combination suggests a strong consolidation with a bullish bias, and all three averages are positive, indicating strong support for a short to medium-term upward trend.
Five, Positional Spatial Reference
Fuel oil 1-year cycle price is in the 5th tier (high), with limited room for increase.
6. Trend Chart Display
VII. Risk Warning
The above analysis is for reference only and does not constitute trading advice.
