SMIC, China’s biggest chipmaker, kicked off a major 46.28 billion yuan ($6.6 billion) share sale on Tuesday. The contract semiconductor manufacturer is seen as a key player in China’s ambitions to … ( read original…
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Stocks in mainland China continued to lead gains among the region’s major markets for a second day after Monday’s blockbuster gains, with the Shenzhen component jumping 1.717% on Tuesday. ( read original story …)
Alibaba and COSCO team up on blockchain and shipping
Alibaba is teaming up with the world’s third-largest shipping firm, but the partnership faces still competition from IBM and Maersk. ( read original story …)
Chinese AI start-up Cambricon to raise US$367.7 million through IPO on Shanghai’s Star Market
Cambricon, one of China’s most valuable AI chip start-ups, has set a listing price of 64.39 yuan per share on Shanghai’s Star Market. ( read original story …)
Treasury yields lower as coronavirus cases rise, China extends rally
U.S. government debt prices were higher on Tuesday morning, as investors closely monitored economic data and Treasury auctions. ( read original story …)
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China launches political policing task force: state media
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Asia Today: China’s university exam begins after virus delay
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