Chile's August copper export value fell to $4.62 billion, down 14% month-on-month and 3.2% year-on-year, the lowest monthly level since July 2025, central bank data showed. The drop came as the average August copper price was more than 40% higher year-on-year. Heavy rain, snow and strong winds in July and August disrupted mine operations, while rough seas periodically constrained port activity. Chile produces about one-quarter of global mined copper; these production setbacks are supporting copp

This week (Sept. 7-11) 45 public mutual funds opened for subscription. Index products dominated: 20 passive/index funds launched, targeting themes including compute infrastructure, aerospace, robotics, nonferrous metals, grain, healthcare and fintech; three set a 5 billion-unit subscription cap. Active equity launches numbered five. Fixed-income sector saw a cluster of secondary-tier hybrid bond funds from major managers (examples: Yifangda Zhiheng A, Gongyin Tianxiang A, Jianxin Fenghe A, Nanfang Qianyuan Wenjian Tianli A). Year-to-date through Sept. 7, the market has seen 1,210 new funds launched, with total issuance of RMB 772.47 billion.

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