Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-01-22 11:36Group 1 - The chemical sector continues to rise, with the Chemical ETF (516020) experiencing fluctuations before a significant increase, closing up 1.14% after reaching a peak intraday gain of 1.56% [1][6] - Key stocks in the sector include Zhongjian Technology, which surged by 7.54%, and Hebang Biology, which rose by 7%, along with other notable gains from Longbai Group, Luxi Chemical, and Rongsheng Petrochemical [1][7] - Recent price increases in basic chemical products have been reported, with sulfur prices reaching a near ten-year high, prompting the phosphate fertilizer industry to take measures to stabilize supply and prices [9] Group 2 - According to Huafu Securities, the chemical industry has undergone a bottoming process in profitability and valuation, with expectations for a recovery in 2026 as the industry enters a new phase of supply-demand rebalancing [3][9] - The Chemical ETF (516020) tracks the CSI sub-sector chemical industry theme index, covering stocks related to AI computing power, anti-involution policies, robotics, and new energy, providing a potentially efficient way to invest in the sector [3][9] - The ETF's performance is supported by the recent upward trends in the prices of key chemical products, indicating a favorable market environment for investors [9]