Pimco’s Head of US Public Policy Libby Cantrill says the next US president, whether it’s Kamala Harris or Donald Trump, is likely to introduce more export controls on China. Cantrill says another …
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China industrial production disappoints in July, retail sales improve
Investing.com– Chinese industrial production grew slightly less than expected in July as exports, particularly electric vehicles, were hit by increased trade tariffs, while retail sales perked up on some improvement in spending.
China Slashes Steel Output as Industry Sounds Alarm on Demand
Chinese steelmakers slashed output last month as woeful demand forced steep cuts on an industry contending with a collapse in margins.
Nearly 85 pct of counterfeit goods come from China: data
Nearly 85 percent of the counterfeit goods seized by South Korean customs authorities in the first half of this year originated from China, data showed Thursday. The value of these fake goods, …
Urea supply tight as China keeps exports low
Global urea supplies are constrained, according to analysts. One of the main reasons for that tightness is the lack of exports from China,
The big cover-up: Shunning the sun has become big business in China
Ultraviolet protection from the sun’s rays has become big business in China. The market for UV protective products surged to 74.2 billion yuan (US$10.3 billion) in 2023 and is expected to hit 95.8 …
Mainland Chinese food brands make inroads in Hong Kong as int’l eateries retreat, researchers says
Mainland Chinese food and beverage brands have gone against the tide to expand in Hong Kong, a research NGO has said, whilst international eateries have scaled down their businesses compared to five …
What China’s Commodity Imports Say About Its Economy
China’s energy imports present a mixed picture, with coal and LNG purchases surging while crude oil imports decline, reflecting economic challenges and strategic stockpiling.
Fort Campbell soldier accused of selling US military information to China
This defendant sold national defense information to a foreign actor and conspired to corrupt other members of our military,” said U.S. Attorney Henry C. Leventis.
China changes tariff rules for Kazakh wheat, causing an export halt
Wheat woes will hit Kazakhstan during the second half of 2024. A projected overabundance of the country’s chief agricultural export commodity is expected to keep prices down. Compounding the …
Trump Criticizes US Bitcoin Sales, Calls For National Cryptocurrency Stockpile: ‘If We Don’t Do It, China’s Doing It’
Trump supports crypto, criticizes US gov’t for selling Bitcoin. Believes US should build reserves to compete with China and stabilize debt. Former President Donald Trump has once again voiced his …
Carlsberg focused on “affordable premium” beers in China to address weak consumer sentiment, says CEO
Carlsberg’s CEO said the group is honing in on more “affordable premium” beer brands in China to help consumers “trade down a bit”.
China’s Neighbor Cracks Down on Flood of Cheap Imports
Thailand is taking another step to protect its entrepreneurs after complaints of illegal trade practices by foreign businesses.
