The battery sector performed strongly, with the battery ETF from E Fund continuing to rise by 3.54%. The hydrogen energy industry is expected to accelerate its industrialization

As of March 20, 2026, the CSI Battery Theme Index rose by 3.51%, and the Battery ETF from E Fund increased by 3.54%. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and other departments issued a notice on hydrogen energy application pilot projects, supporting urban agglomerations to declare projects, with the central government providing a maximum reward of 8 billion yuan. CITIC Securities believes that the hydrogen energy industry will accelerate its industrialization during the 14th Five-Year Plan period, focusing on green hydrogen ammonia projects, electrolyzer manufacturers, and the fuel cell vehicle industry chain. The Battery ETF from E Fund closely follows the CSI Battery Theme Index, covering the entire industry chain and is suitable for investment in the battery industry