China halts US soyabean purchases, opts for Brazil at higher prices. US farmers face 48% export drop risk as trade dispute deepens.
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A shipbuilding behemoth is rising in China. By scale, nothing else comes close.
The merger helps China consolidate its shipbuilding and centralize government control, putting it in a position to continue dominating the market.
China eyes Yuan-backed stablecoin to rival U.S dominance in crypto
China is considering launching a yuan-backed stablecoin to strengthen the currency’s global influence. The timing aligns with U.S. progress on regulated stablecoins, intensifying competition for …
China’s Bold Move: Embracing Stablecoins for Global Currency Ambitions
China is considering a shift in its digital asset policy, potentially allowing yuan-backed stablecoins to promote global adoption. This decision marks a significant change, aiming to counter the …
Flipkart and China businesses lift Walmart’s sales numbers in Q2FY26
US-based retail giant Walmart on Thursday reported a 10 per cent growth in its international business in the second quarter of FY26 in constant currency terms, helped by Indian e-commerce arm Flipkart …
Why China Is Scared of Dollar Stablecoins and How It Will Respond
As U.S.-backed stablecoins gain traction, they threaten to bypass China’s financial controls. The Chinese government is poised to counter with its own tightly regulated digital money.
Singapore’s fashion giant Shein to move headquarters back to China
Fast-fashion retailer Shein Group has considered relocating its headquarters back to China in an effort to gain Beijing authorities’ approval for its planned Hong Kong IPO.
Boeing eyes sale of up to 500 planes to China: report
Boeing negotiates major aircraft sale to China amid leadership changes, with the deal representing China’s first major Boeing purchase since Trump’s previous presidency.
China suspends Argentine poultry imports five months after ban lifted
China has suspended imports for Argentine poultry products from August 20, just five months after lifting a two-year ban. The notice of suspension, which was posted on a customs website, did not state …
Kuaishou to pay first dividend since Hong Kong IPO as AI tools lift quarterly results
The Beijing-based company said it would pay a special dividend of HK$0.46 per share after reporting better-than-expected financial results in the second quarter, driven by gains made from its …
India to ease China business visa process: Top executives’ applications from Vivo, Xiaomi and more likely to be approved; move amid improving ties
India is poised to ease visa restrictions for Chinese business professionals after a five-year hiatus, signaling improved bilateral relations. This move will allow executives from major companies like Xiaomi and Byd to enter India more…
Alibaba to spin off its Banma autonomous driving business via an IPO on Hong Kong exchange
Alibaba Group Holding plans to spin off its Banma Network Technology unit through an initial public offering (IPO), as one of China’s largest technology behemoths moves ahead with a separate listing …
Unraveling the Reasons Why Smart Brands Keep Choosing China: Advantages of Apparel Production That Still Persists
Many fashion labels are talking about moving their production to another country. You will mostly hear about the stories of supply chain diversification. Yet, t …