Tesla Reportedly Begins Robot Mass Production Audits, Robot ETF Aims for Third Consecutive Gain

As of 14:03 on September 18, 2026, China's A-share market saw broad gains. The Shanghai Composite Index rose 0.89%, the Shenzhen Component Index climbed 1.52%, and the ChiNext Index advanced 1.95%.

The CSI Robot Index gained 1.65%, with mixed performance among its constituent stocks. CloudWalk-U led the gains with a 13.63% surge, while Nanwang Technology rose 5.88%, Jutze Technology added 5.29%, and Huazhong Numerical Control increased 4.68%. The index is designed to track the overall performance of listed companies in the robotics industry, which has been gaining traction amid advancements in AI and automation.

Separately, Tesla is reported to have initiated mass production audits for its humanoid robots, according to media reports. This news has drawn market attention. Meanwhile, the Robot ETF (562500) managed by Huaxia is aiming for a third consecutive daily gain, reflecting sustained investor optimism in the robotics sector. The ETF's potential three-day winning streak underscores growing confidence in the sector's growth potential.