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# Stimulus Package #
Cover Story: China’s Stimulus Bomb Sparks Optimism, but Economy May Still Struggle
The benchmark CSI 300 Index posted its biggest weekly gain in nearly 16 years and the yuan hit a 16-month high after the Politburo and central bank issued a barrage of measures to boost lending and bolster lagging economic growth
In Depth: Stimulus Drives China’s Biggest Stock Surge Since 2008, but Analysts Fear It Might Fizzle
New monetary tools give markets a shot in the arm, but China needs to solve property slump if it is to last, say experts
Commentary: How the World Stands to Gain From China’s Stimulus Package
Stronger Chinese growth will generate greater positive spillover effects for the rest of the world, especially Australia and South Korea
# Finance #
In Depth: Investment Guru’s Supernatural Powers Haven’t Made His Followers Whole
Sui Guangyi claimed he could predict markets by focusing on the interactions of heaven, earth and humanity. His investors are now waiting to get their money back
# Business #
Analysis: Chinese Chipmaker Rally Reflects Broader Industry Upswing
Some major mainland-based semiconductor manufacturers saw their Hong Kong stock double in value over the past two weeks, after Beijing announced a stimulus package
EU’s Approval of EV Tariffs Condemned by Beijing, Chinese and German Carmakers
Localizing production is the best way to avoid protectionist policies and further probes, experts say
In Depth: The Supermarket Sensation Defying China’s Industrywide Slump
Regional chain Pangdonglai has received acclaim for its commitment to customers and treatment of its employees — and the competition has taken notice
In Depth: Fine Dining Hits a Rough Patch in China
High-end restaurants in big cities have been losing business to more budget-friendly competitors, pushing some to launch more affordable options for diners
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BOJ Governor’s Cautious Comments Damp Speculation of October Hike
The Bank of Japan governor said the risk of higher import prices has ebbed because of corrections to the yen’s excessive weakness
# News Graphics #
Chart of the Day: The Region Embodying China’s Energy Transition
Inner Mongolia had the largest fleet of wind power turbines in the country last year. It also had the most coal mines under development
# Economy #
China’s Biggest Cities Ease Homebuying Rules After Government Announces Stimulus
China’s four biggest cities have all lowered floors on down payment ratios, but the measures may not be enough to boost sales, industry sources say
# China #
In Depth: Chinese Teachers’ Mental Health Crisis
Depression, anxiety and other stress-related problems are common in the profession, which has seen workloads grow in recent years
In Depth: To Advise or Not to Advise: Limit of Lawyers’ Immunity in China
Feng Bo faces five years behind bars for fraud and assisting in fabricating evidence while advising a loan-shark — but the ‘so-called criminal actions’ fell under a lawyer’s normal professional conduct, his defense argues
# World #
Police Arrest Chinese Man Suspected of Stabbing Three 5-Year-Olds in Switzerland
Prosecutors say the suspect, whom they did not name, has been studying at the University of Zurich since last summer
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
# Weekend Long Read #
Salvaging History From a Sunken Prisoner of War Ship
Scientist-turned-filmmaker Fang Li’s desire to make the documentary ‘The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru’ stems from a personal commitment to preserving the historical record
# Gallery #
# Podcast #
Caixin Deep Dive: PwC China’s Record Penalty
Unpacking the accounting firm’s punishment for its fraudulent auditing of Evergrande’s main property subsidiary
