國家統計局：8月受國際大宗商品價格上行傳導、國內產業轉型升級帶動部分行業需求增加等因素影響，工業生產者出廠價格指數（PPI）環比由上月下降0.7%轉爲上漲0.4%，同比漲幅擴大至3.8%。

Sept 8, 2026 — China convened its national consumer goods industry forum in Shijiazhuang, Hebei, to set sector priorities. The meeting urged measures to secure steady growth, called for full implementation of the 15th Five‑Year Plan for light textiles, biomanufacturing and pharmaceuticals, and instructed formulation and implementation of industry policies for chemical fiber, papermaking, dairy, sugar and salt. It also mandated tighter industry operation scheduling and measures to accelerate smart, green and integrated upgrades across consumer goods manufacturing.

Fox News, citing U.S. senior officials, reported the U.S. military struck targets near Hormuz Island and Jask, including Iranian oil tankers. Officials said the strikes are part of a broader campaign to economically squeeze Iran, with a strategy that includes sinking or disabling Iranian crude tankers.