China Securities Data: new margin-financing and securities-lending accounts totaled 108,900 in September, up 1.4% from August’s 107,400 and down 46.98% YoY from 205,400. Total margin accounts at end-September were 16.7678 mln, +1.1276 mln vs start-2026 (15.6402 mln). Market average collateral ratio fell to 268.38% from 282.22% at end-August.

On Oct 8 local time, the International Criminal Court said former Philippine president Duterte is fit to stand trial, citing an independent medical expert panel's finding that he can understand the charges, participate in proceedings and communicate effectively with defence counsel.

MOFCOM and the EU issued a joint statement at the second China-EU Trade and Investment Consultation Mechanism meeting, stressing the need to enhance predictability and stability of global industry and supply chains. China said it will continue to use a "green channel" to facilitate export-license approvals for rare earths and permanent magnets to the EU; the EU said it will work with member states to facilitate resolution of priority dual-use license cases involving China.