Sou Hu Cai Jing·2026-01-16 03:07Group 1 - The chemical sector is experiencing fluctuations, with the Chemical ETF (516020) showing a slight decline of 0.22% as of the latest update [1] - Key stocks in the sector, including Guangdong Hongda, Hanjin Technology, Hengyi Petrochemical, and Chuanfa Longmang, have seen significant declines, with Guangdong Hongda dropping over 3% [1][2] - Recent regulatory developments in the basic chemical industry include the approval of the "Safety Law of Hazardous Chemicals," effective from May 1, 2026, marking a new phase in national safety management [1] Group 2 - Shanghai Securities indicates a recovery in the chemical industry, with expectations of a supply-side slowdown and a new inventory replenishment cycle [3] - Huafu Securities notes that the chemical industry is at a new equilibrium point, with policies reshaping the competitive landscape and new production technologies driving growth [3] - The Chemical ETF (516020) is highlighted as an efficient way to invest in the sector, with nearly 50% of its holdings in large-cap stocks and the remainder in key segments like phosphate and fluorine chemicals [3]