As China unveils a massive stimulus package, global markets watch closely. From gold’s safe-haven appeal to copper’s growing demand, we analyse how various commodities might respond to China’s …
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China’s Brokers Skip Holidays to Staff Up for ‘Hectic’ Reopening
Brokerages and stock exchanges in China are gearing up for a frantic Tuesday when onshore markets reopen after a week-long holiday, with optimism running high that Beijing’s stimulus measures will give shares another leg up.
Chinese Semiconductor Stocks Extend Rally on China’s Stimulus Measures
Investor sentiment has been boosted by Beijing’s recent package of stimulus measures across multiple policy fronts.
Beijing Must Feel Like It Is Under Pressure, And It Definitely Is
Beijing has again moved to jumpstart China’s beleaguered economy. Implicitly admitting that its May stimulus package had failed to do the job, the nation’s leadership in September made a dramatic gesture, advancing monetary and fiscal…
Chris Jones: In Stratford, ‘Salesman in China’ looks at Arthur Miller fighting off his ghosts in 1983 Beijing
In 1983, the playwright Arthur Miller, accompanied by his then-wife Inge Morath, accepted an invitation to direct his iconic play “Death of a Salesman” at the Beijing Peoples
Snooker-China’s Zhao shines light on Swedish snooker with 147, Q Tour win
China’s Zhao Xintong’s maximum 147 break in a small club in Sweden shone a spotlight on the snooker satellite tour that seldom hits the headlines but is essential to the sport’s constant need for fresh…
Why China is asking school teachers to hand in their passports
Chinese President Xi Jinping is further tightening his grip on civil society. Authorities have ordered a passport recall among a growing number of teachers at state-run schools. The move appears to be …
This Photographer Captures Interesting Moments In Beijing (20 Pics)
All About Photo proudly presents an exclusive online exhibition featuring the work of the Chinese photographer Chris Yan. On view throughout October 2024, this captivating showcase includes twenty …
Taiwan’s president is doubling down on sticking it to Beijing, saying China can’t be the ‘motherland’ because its government is younger
Lai said at a National Day celebration that Taiwan’s government was celebrating its 113th birthday, while Beijing’s just celebrated its 75th.
‘Impossible’ for Communist China to become our motherland as we’re older, Taiwan’s president argues
It is “absolutely impossible” for Communist China to become Taiwan’s motherland because the island’s government is older, Taiwan’s president has said in a carefully timed speech that underscores the …
China’s Sept forex reserves rise more than expected to $3.316 trln
China’s foreign exchange reserves rose more than expected in September, official data showed on Monday, as the dollar weakened against other major currencies. The country’s foreign exchange reserves – …
China’s gold reserves unchanged for fifth straight month in September
China’s central bank held back on buying gold for its reserves for a fifth straight month in September, official data showed on Monday, mainly due to a surge in prices for the yellow metal. China’s…
Letters from readers: Penguin love, adventures in Shenzhen and learning about emotions
This week, students talk about their favourite animals, new experiences on holiday and the importance of emotional regulation.
