HSBC’s Willem Sels tells Fortune in an exclusive interview that while U.S. markets remain resilient, geopolitical uncertainty is pushing investors to diversify portfolios—particularly into China.
Monthly Archives For August 2025
Kim Jong Un to Join Putin at Xi’s Military Parade in Beijing
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will visit China for the military parade on Sept. 3, a rare trip that would place him alongside other world leaders attending, including Russian President Vladimir …
Asia Morning Briefing: Stablecoins Offer Beijing What e-CNY Can’t in Cross-Border Use, Economist Says
Dollar dominance thanks to stablecoins is pushing China to explore stablecoins, but capital controls limit the project to Hong Kong’s offshore renminbi market, where liquidity is thin.
China VAT Rebate Policy Updates Effective September 2025: Key Changes and Impacts
China VAT rebate policy update 2025 limits full refunds to four industries. Discover other key changes and impacts on businesses.
Angel Investors Focus! The 7th Shenzhen Angel Automotive Industry Acceleration Camp Launches at the Yanluo Intelligent Connected Vehicle Industrial Park
On August 27, the launch ceremony of the 7th Shenzhen Angel Automotive Industry Acceleration Camp was held at the Yanluo Intelligent Connected Vehicle Industrial Park in Bao’an District. More than a …
45th Anniversary of Shenzhen Special Economic Zone: Drone Light Show Shines in the Night Sky
On the evening of August 26, a drone light show celebrating the 45th anniversary of the Shenzhen Special Economic Zone took place simultaneously at Shenzhen Citizen Square and Shenzhen Talent Park. A …
Jimmy Lai’s Freedom May Now Hinge on Beijing and Trump
As the outspoken Hong Kong publisher awaits a verdict, his trial has become a test of China’s resolve to crush dissent, and of whether President Trump can free him.
Nvidia earnings beat Wall Street’s sky-high expectations, but the stock is falling because ‘there were no H20 sales to China-based customers’
Nvidia recorded no China sales revenue for H20 chips and reported revenue that narrowly beat Wall Street targets in the second quarter, as the AI chipmaker reported financial results on Wednesday. The …
Mexico plans to raise tariffs on imports from China after U.S. push – report
Mexico plans to raise tariffs on Chinese imports in its 2026 budget to shield local businesses and address U.S. trade concerns.
China’s LNG Imports to Fall for 10th Month, Kpler Data Show
China’s imports of liquefied natural gas are poised to decline for a 10th straight month on a year-on-year basis, data from Kpler show, due to robust piped supply and higher domestic output.
China’s Stablecoin Warnings, Korea’s Crypto Scams and More
Former PBoC chief warns on stablecoins, Korea sees crypto scam surge, Thailand launches tokenized bonds – Asia Pacific crypto roundup …
Crypto update: US stablecoin law prompts China to accelerate its own plans
A seismic shift is underway in Beijing. The Chinese government, long a staunch opponent of private cryptocurrencies, is now being forced to reluctantly enter the stablecoin arena.
Chery Is Said to Near Hong Kong Listing as Billion-Dollar IPOs Return to City
Chery Automobile Co. is planning a Hong Kong initial public offering that may raise about $1.5 billion as early as next month, according to people familiar with the matter, adding to what’s shaping up …
