# Macro #
China’s Fresh Stimulus Targets Property and Stock Market Challenges
Economists say the new measures won’t be enough to reverse the economic slowdown, calling for strong fiscal action
Analysis: What Noodles Tell Us About China’s Consumption Downgrading
The public’s daily spending habits reveal a broad trend of trading down, driven by falling housing prices and stock indexes
Cover Story: China’s Record Class of College Graduates Faces Final Test in Shrinking Job Market
As the jobless rate for young urbanites soars to 18.8%, 11.8 million new degree-holders enter workforce
Caixin Explains: Why and How China’s Overhauling Monetary Policy (Part 3)
In the final part of this three-part series, we explain why the PBOC restarted trading government bonds in the secondary market and how that can help monetary policy management
# Asia New Vision Forum 2024 #
Dialogue Between Hu Shuli and Heng Swee Keat on Tackling Global Challenges
Singapore’s deputy premier opened a three-day forum in the Southeast Asian country on Wednesday and sat down with Caixin Media Publisher Hu Shuli for a discussion about global challenges and Asian solutions
The Obstacles Facing AI in China
Difficulties in achieving sustainable growth, acquiring adequate funding and talent, and accessing advanced chips have all played a part in hindering development of the industry, experts say
China-U.S. Ties Should Be ‘Managed Strategic Competition,’ Rudd Says
Guardrails and more open lines of communication between the militaries of the two countries could cut the risk of ‘war by accident,’ Australia’s ambassador to U.S. says
Fresh Stimulus Package ‘Great News’ for Startups, VC Investor Says
Late-stage startups that have been in limbo due to tighter IPO rules can expect a return of capital, buoyed by Beijing’s latest efforts to boost the economy
Global Economists Blast Trade Protectionism
A backlash against globalization may threaten fledgling manufacturing sectors in Southeast Asia, says Hoe Ee Khor, one of numerous speakers at the conference in Singapore
Southeast Asia EV Industry Set to Gain From Chinese Supply Chain Shift
The region has attracted a wave of Chinese EV-makers as countries like Thailand and Indonesia encourage local production through subsidies
U.S. and China Must Find Way to Resolve Trade Disputes, Former U.S. Diplomat Says
Remaining ‘pillars of stability’ in the relationship are weak enough that tensions pose real challenges, said Rick Waters, former U.S. deputy assistant secretary of state
Lou also called for a significant increase in the deficit to address the financial shortfall local governments face
# Industry #
In Depth: China’s Vision for Batteries on Wheels
Electric cars that can send power back to grids could help with both peak loads and China’s green goals, experts say, but winning over motorists will be tricky
In Depth: Can China Create Its Own Goldman Sachs With Brokerage Mega-Merger?
Although the Shanghai government is driving the deal, the track record of successful securities firm mergers in China is poor and the two companies face a host of challenges
Analysis: China’s Long-Awaited Draft Energy Law Updated With New Rules for Renewables
The much-anticipated legislation, nearly two decades in the making, has been updated with plans to develop and use various forms of renewable energy
Analysis: China’s Solar Manufacturers Scour the Globe Amid Trade Tensions, Cutthroat Competition
Some top players like Longi are boosting production in the U.S., while others are turning to the Middle East and new Southeast Asian destinations
Analysis: What Is Driving Down China’s Crude Demand?
The popularity of new energy vehicles coupled with an economic slowdown means China’s demand for crude oil may have peaked
# Company #
Cover Story: Huawei’s Smart Car Ambitions Face Hurdles as It Seeks to Replicate Aito’s Success
While the tech giant’s three other electric vehicle partnerships with auto-makers like Chery have thus far failed to shine, its next steps could put it on track to rival U.S. behemoth Tesla in the China smart car market
Analysis: Huawei’s $2,800 Foldable Phone Raises Bar in China’s Handset Market
The Mate XT folds out to 10.2 inches, around the same size as the Apple iPad Air
In Depth: Can CATL Stay Ahead?
Price wars, trade roadblocks and threats from emerging tech are among the headwinds facing the world’s largest EV-battery maker