Shanghai Composite Edges Up as AI Stocks Lead Gains

August 31, 2026 at 06:06 AM

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The Shanghai Composite closed up 0.26% at 3,962.52 after erasing earlier losses.

The CSI 300 fell 0.28%, the Shenzhen Component dropped 0.29% and the ChiNext Index gave up 0.41%, according to ETNet.

Shanghai B shares rose 1.33% while Shenzhen B shares declined 0.80%.

AI-related stocks strengthened, with pharmaceuticals and non-ferrous metals among the main decliners.