Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2026-01-09 07:30Group 1 - The aviation stocks collectively declined, with Eastern Airlines down 3.98% at HKD 5.31, Southern Airlines down 3.63% at HKD 5.84, Air China down 2.06% at HKD 7.14, and Cathay Pacific down 2.04% at HKD 12.47 [1] - Following the New Year, domestic air ticket prices have significantly dropped, with some tickets available for as low as 10% of their original price, leading to consumers opting for off-peak travel [1] - A third-party ticketing platform reported that flights from Guangzhou to various cities are priced as low as RMB 210 (excluding tax), equivalent to a 1.1% discount [1] Group 2 - On Thursday, Brent crude oil futures surged by 5%, reaching a nearly two-week high, closing at USD 61.99 per barrel, an increase of USD 2.03 or 3.4% from the previous trading day [1] - According to Huachuang Securities, a 10% change in oil prices corresponds to an annual cost impact of approximately RMB 4.3 to 5.1 billion for the three major airlines, while a 1% fluctuation in exchange rates affects them by RMB 130 to 260 million [1]