China reduced its US Treasury holdings to $590.7 billion in August, the lowest level since 2008, as it continues diversifying reserves amid geopolitical and financial risks.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 18, 2026
China's 250 billion yuan trade-in program is supporting sales of vehicles, appliances and technology products, but weak retail growth and cautious households raise doubts about a lasting consumption recovery.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 18, 2026
China's lithium-ion battery production exceeded 1,240 GWh in the first half of 2026, as exports climbed 37% and manufacturers faced challenges including overcapacity, raw-material volatility and trade risks.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 18, 2026
More than 80,000 overseas buyers attended the opening of the 140th Canton Fair in Guangzhou, as Chinese manufacturers promoted advanced products and sought new customers amid global trade uncertainty.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 17, 2026
PBOC Governor Pan Gongsheng urged stronger IMF surveillance of fiscal risks and cross-border financial spillovers, citing rising debt, volatile markets, protectionism and expanding artificial intelligence investment.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 17, 2026
China's wealthy are reviewing offshore trusts, shareholdings and other overseas assets as authorities scrutinize undeclared income before an Oct. 22 self-reporting deadline, Reuters reports.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 16, 2026
China has expressed willingness to coordinate with the European Union on global economic policy as both sides seek to manage trade tensions, economic imbalances and industrial competition.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 16, 2026
China's central bank has outlined steps to attract more foreign investment and expand the yuan's international role, while implementation, regulation, liquidity and capital controls remain key challenges.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 16, 2026
Chinese poultry producers are expanding exports to offset domestic market pressures, but long-term growth will depend on pricing, quality standards, market access and consumer trust.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 15, 2026
China's economy was expected to grow 4.4% year over year in the third quarter, supported by policy measures and exports, while weak consumption, private investment and property activity clouded the outlook.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 15, 2026
The 140th Canton Fair has opened in Guangzhou, showcasing advanced manufacturing and new-energy products as Chinese exporters pursue overseas markets amid changing demand and trade tensions.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 15, 2026
Visa has received approval from Chinese authorities to prepare for a bank card clearing business, potentially expanding its presence in China's competitive payments market.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 14, 2026
China's producer prices rose 5% in September, driven by higher oil and commodity costs, while subdued consumer inflation highlighted weak household demand and uneven economic recovery.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 14, 2026
China's exports rose 36.3% year over year in September, while imports increased 31%, pushing the country's trade surplus for the first nine months of 2026 to about $938 billion.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 14, 2026
China says an arrangement with the European Union will allow hybrid-car exports to keep growing, potentially giving automakers greater access to Europe amid wider trade tensions.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 13, 2026
China's third-quarter high-frequency data showed faster offline payment growth and sharp increases in frontier-industry investment, while mixed port activity underscored uncertainty about the broader recovery.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 13, 2026
Chinese mainland stocks declined Monday as higher global bond yields, geopolitical uncertainty and U.S. investigations into major technology suppliers overshadowed Beijing's market-support measures.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 12, 2026
China's investment in AI, humanoid robotics and other frontier technologies surged in the third quarter of 2026, while consumer activity and infrastructure indicators showed signs of improvement.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 12, 2026
Thailand is considering a durian export levy of up to 2 baht per kilogram to fund industry development, a measure that could increase costs for Chinese importers and consumers.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 11, 2026
China and the European Union have reached an understanding to limit projected Chinese hybrid vehicle exports while discussing market access, rare-earth supplies and broader trade concerns.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 10, 2026
China recorded 826 million domestic trips during the National Day holiday, but average spending per trip fell to a four-year low, underscoring continued pressure on consumer demand.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 10, 2026
China added 10.52 million urban jobs in the first nine months of 2026, reaching 87.7% of its annual target as authorities prepare new employment policies.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 10, 2026
China and the European Union are seeking to ease trade tensions after talks in Beijing, but disputes over trade imbalances, electric vehicles, technology restrictions and chemicals remain unresolved.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 09, 2026
China will resume refined fuel exports in October after a pause during the National Day holiday, with approved shipments potentially easing tight regional markets for diesel, gasoline and jet fuel.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 09, 2026
China's consumer trade-in programs generated 33.5 billion yuan in sales during the National Day holiday, led by purchases of home appliances, vehicles and digital products.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 09, 2026
China has issued guidelines to accelerate artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing and low-altitude industries while strengthening technology monitoring, safety standards and accountability for investment risks.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 09, 2026
China has allocated 550 billion yuan in unused government debt quotas to support local government operations and infrastructure investment amid weak consumption and a prolonged property downturn.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 09, 2026
Chinese stocks declined after mainland markets reopened from the National Day holiday, led by technology shares pressured by higher global bond yields and valuation concerns.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 08, 2026
China has urged open cooperation and equal dialogue with the European Union as Brussels seeks to narrow its trade deficit and resolve disputes over market access and critical minerals.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 08, 2026
The People's Bank of China rejected accusations of currency manipulation, saying China does not target a weaker yuan for trade advantages as scrutiny over its trade surplus grows.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 08, 2026
