China Vows ‘Zero Tolerance’ for Commodities Futures Violations

The transcript discusses the concerns of China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) regarding high commodity prices and inflation. It highlights the role of speculation in China's futures markets, which has led to price increases beyond fundamentals. The transcript also covers measures taken to curb speculation, such as tightening trading limits, and identifies sectors vulnerable to economic changes, particularly those linked to infrastructure and property, like aluminum, copper, and steel.

What concerns do authorities have regarding high commodities prices?

How are China's futures markets characterized in the context of speculation?

What measures have exchanges taken in response to speculation in commodities?

Which sectors are identified as most vulnerable to economic changes in China?

What types of commodities are mentioned as being used in infrastructure and property?