China’s consumer prices suffered their steepest fall in more than 14 years in January while producer prices also dropped, underscoring the persistent deflationary risks facing the world’s …
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China’s consumer prices suffer steepest fall since 2009 as deflation risks stalk economy
US farm exports hit three-year low in 2023 as China slows buying -Braun
That volume was down 17% from 2022, the largest year-on-year tumble since 1985. Last year’s U.S. bulk commodity exports were still a 10-year low even when subtracting China’s portion, though the …
China producer prices dip in January for a 16th month; consumer prices slip again
China’s producer prices declined for a 16th month in January, while consumer prices slipped for a fourth month. The data underscore the depth of the challenge that Beijing faces in reflating the world …
China’s consumer prices fall 0.8% y/y, factory deflation persists
China’s consumer prices extended their decline for a fourth month in January while producer prices also dropped, underscoring deflationary risks facing the world’s second-biggest economy as it …
For China’s new globetrotters, group tours are out and Northern Lights are in
As Chinese travellers gear up for the Lunar New Year holiday, which this year runs from Feb. 10 to 17, more of the people who can afford to travel abroad are eschewing the group tours…
Chinese firm behind ‘news’ websites pushes pro-Beijing content globally, researchers find
More than 100 websites disguised as local news outlets in Europe, Asia and Latin America are pushing pro-China content in a widespread influence campaign linked to a Beijing public relations firm, …
Philippine president angers Beijing by congratulating Taiwan’s president-elect
Manila is lining up with US war plans against China hoping to gain access to resources in the South China Sea while also seeking to direct domestic social tensions outwards.
China’s central bank encourages local businesses to accept foreign payment cards
His written comments, exclusive to CNBC, come as Beijing has stepped up efforts to encourage visits from foreign tourists and business people.
China bid to ‘cheat’ its way to chip prominence failing -Taiwan’s US envoy
China has sought to “cheat” and “steal” its way to matching Taiwan in chip technology, but has yet to succeed despite investing huge sums, Taiwan’s de facto ambassador to Washington said on Wednesday, …
China property defaults won’t stop banks lending to cash-strapped developers, says Goldman Sachs report
China’s property downturn and recent slew of defaults are unlikely to rattle overseas creditors or deter domestic banks from channelling resources towards cash-strapped developers, according to the …
As China battles to shore up battered markets, investors hold out for more
China’s ousting of its securities watchdog head on Wednesday drew a muted cheer from markets, with investors holding out for bigger measures that would tackle the root of the malaise gripping the …
FirstFT: China replaces head of market regulator as it battles sell-off
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Social media chatter helps draw 3 million tourists in 3 days to a frigid city in northern China
Following a flurry of social media chatter, Harbin attracts a record-breaking number of visitors during the three-day New Year holiday.