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WASHINGTON — White House officials have asked the U.S. Energy Department to analyze whether a ban on exports of gasoline, diesel and other refined petroleum products would lower fuel prices, an indication the controversial idea is gaining traction in some corners of the Biden administration.

A meeting on Thursday of oil company executives and Energy Secretary Jennifer M. Granholm concerning high consumer gas prices and refining capacity was “constructive,” even as it failed to produce a policy to address prices at the pump, industry leaders said.

A meeting of oil executives and Energy Secretary Jennifer M. Granholm concerning high consumer gas prices did not produce an agreement.

Record high inflation, and the resurgence of COVID-19 cases and consequent lockdowns have negatively impacted the Chinese equity market. However, fundamentally strong Chinese stocks look sufficiently stable to weather short-term losses. So, it could be wise to bet on quality Chinese stocks FinVolution (FINV) and 360 DigiTech (QFIN). However, we…