胶版印刷纸等5个期货期权品种将于9月10日上市

Group 1 - The launch of the world's first cultural paper financial derivatives, including newsprint futures and options, is set to take place on September 10, marking a significant development in the capital market [1] - The Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) aims to provide risk management tools for the cultural paper market, enhance the risk management system for the pulp and paper industry, promote green development, and strengthen China's position in the global cultural paper industry [1][4] - In 2024, China's production of newsprint is projected to reach 9.48 million tons, with apparent consumption at 8.71 million tons, highlighting the country's status as the largest producer and consumer of cultural paper globally [1] Group 2 - The trading unit for newsprint futures has been adjusted to 40 tons per contract, aligning with the purchasing habits of downstream industries and current transportation methods [2] - The delivery quality standards for newsprint include a brightness index of 80.0% to 85.0%, which is lower than the maximum limit set by national standards, ensuring a focus on quality [2] - The delivery mechanism combines warehouse and factory delivery, which helps meet the customized needs of various downstream clients while reducing delivery costs and risks [3] Group 3 - The SHFE has also established trading rules for fuel oil, asphalt, and pulp options, enhancing the risk management capabilities of enterprises through the use of both futures and options [4] - The exchange plans to conduct market simulations and monitoring to ensure a smooth launch of the new products, while also focusing on maintaining market stability and enhancing service to the real economy [4]