China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) launched a public consultation on five mandatory national standards, including Automotive Data Security Requirements and Safety Requirements for Parking‑combination Driver Assistance Systems for Intelligent Connected Vehicles.

China A-share food and beverage sector jumped before midday; Anji Foods hit the daily limit, Southern Dairy surged more than 15%, and peers Zhongjing Foods, Huanlejia, Qishi Dairy, Zhu Laoliu and Haixin Foods also advanced.

CLSA raised its forecast for Lenovo Group (00992.HK) adjusted net profit for the fiscal second quarter ending Sept 2027 to $1.18bn from $1.10bn, about 13% above consensus, citing stronger-than-expected server revenue and margins. The broker nudged its target price to HK$49.5 from HK$48.7, implying a forecast FY2028 diluted P/E of 18x, and kept an Outperform rating, retaining Lenovo as a top pick.