Brazilian real fell intraday to its weakest level against the US dollar since December last year.

U.S. Secretary of State Rubio said Trump has indicated there is no need at present for military action against Iran. Rubio said Iran is keen to reach a deal but its current demands are absurd and the parties remain far from agreement. The U.S. will not accept a bad Iran deal and is prepared to negotiate if a negotiable agreement emerges; Iran's demand for compensation will not be met, he said.

As of Nov 9, Shanghai Stock Exchange margin balance CNY1.1782 tln, up CNY9.354 bln from the prior session; Shenzhen Stock Exchange margin balance CNY1.0813 tln, up CNY2.715 bln. Combined margin balance CNY2.2595 tln, up CNY12.069 bln.