Chinese Economy
The Great Contraction: Is China’s Investment Freeze a Crisis or a Calculated Gambit?
A sharp fall in Chinese investment signals a major economic shift. Is this a crisis or the intended result of Xi Jinping’s “anti-involution” policies?
China’s AI Gambit: Fueling an Economic Revolution or a Political Rebellion?
China’s push for AI education is a double-edged sword, fueling economic growth while potentially undermining state control. What should investors know?
The Dragon’s New Roar: How an AI Breakthrough Sparked a Multi-Billion Dollar Rush into China’s Stock Market
A breakthrough by DeepSeek AI has sparked a massive rush of foreign investment into China’s stock market, reversing a multi-year trend of capital flight.
The $1 Meal Economy: Why China’s Youth Are Ditching Luxury for Frugality, and What It Means for Global Investors
A seismic shift is underway as China’s youth trade luxury for extreme frugality due to economic anxiety, with huge implications for the global economy.
China’s “Liquid Gold” Loses Its Luster: What Moutai’s Slump Reveals About the Global Economy
Kweichow Moutai, China’s iconic baijiu maker, faces a crisis as prices hit a decade low, revealing deep shifts in the country’s economy and tastes.
The Ghost in the Machine: Why a 40-Year-Old Warning About China Still Dominates Global Finance
A 40-year-old warning about China’s economic reforms offers the key to understanding today’s market risks, from tech crackdowns to the digital yuan.
China’s Singles Day Kicks Off Early: A Strategic Lifeline for a Faltering Economy?
China’s Singles Day starts weeks early in a strategic bid to revive a slowing economy. What does this mean for investors, finance, and global markets?