A-share precious metals sector rebounded strongly, with Xiaocheng Technology surging over 17%, Hunan Gold hitting the daily limit, and Shandong Gold International, Chifeng Gold, and Zhongjin Gold all rising over 2%. Shandong Gold and Hengbang Shares saw their declines narrow to less than 2%, while Western Gold, Zhaojin Gold, Sichuan Gold, and other stocks also saw their declines narrow.