China's bulk commodity price index stood at 132.1 points in April, up 1.7 percent month-on-month and 20.2 percent year-on-year, according to data released by the China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing (CFLP) on Tuesday.
The index continued its upward trend in April, driven by improved supply-demand dynamics in some domestic sectors and external factors, though the growth rate narrowed from the previous month, indicating overall stable market operations and sustained recovery momentum.
Among 50 bulk commodities closely monitored by the federation, 38 posted month-on-month price increases. Paraxylene, methanol and polypropylene led the gains, rising 22.4 percent, 14.5 percent and 11.8 percent respectively from March.
In terms of sectors, the chemical price index continued to climb due to external factors including tight raw material supply and rising production costs. The energy price index edged down slightly thanks to effective implementation of policies ensuring stable energy supply and prices, though it remained at a relatively high level for the year.
China's bulk commodity index rises 20.2 pct year on year in April
The Israeli forces struck about 15 Hezbollah sites in Lebanon on Monday, while Hezbollah launched rocket and drone attacks on Israeli troop gatherings.
Over the past 24 hours, the Israeli army's 146th Division struck around 15 Hezbollah infrastructure sites, vowing to continue actions against any threats to Israeli civilians and soldiers as directed by political leader.
The Israeli military said that its troops dismantled a Hezbollah underground tunnel in southern Lebanon and seized approximately three tons of explosives, along with landmines, rocket-propelled grenades and other weaponry.
It said several Israeli soldiers were wounded during the operations.
Meanwhile, Hezbollah claimed responsibility for attacks on Israeli military gatherings, saying it used "appropriate weapons" for precision strikes in response to Israeli violations of a ceasefire that have caused civilian casualties in southern Lebanese villages.
Israel and Hezbollah have repeatedly accused each other of violating the ceasefire, and the clashes between the two sides have intensified in recent days.
Also on Monday, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said in a statement that the timing for a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was not yet suitable, and that a security agreement and a halt to Israeli attacks must come first.
The president emphasized that diplomatic engagement remains ongoing, with negotiations centered on achieving security stability and de-escalation. He reiterated that halting hostilities is a prerequisite for any potential political dialogue at higher levels.
Israel strikes Hezbollah sites in Labanon, Hezbollah launches attacks on Israeli troop gatherings
