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Xi's military purge widens: China strips six generals, ex-Politburo member of lawmaker posts

China has removed six top military officers, a former financial regulator, and a former Politburo member from their legislative posts, signaling President Xi Jinping's ongoing anti-corruption purge. This move targets the nation's political and military elite, with prominent figures like General Xu Xueqiang, head of military equipment development, among those…

The Times of India

China strips generals, ex-financial regulator, politburo member of lawmaker posts

China strips generals, ex-financial regulator, politburo member of lawmaker posts

China's top legislative body has removed six military lawmakers, including a key figure in the space program, and a former financial regulator from their posts. The dismissals, announced without stated reasons, are the latest in President Xi Jinping's sweeping anti-corruption drive. High-ranking generals overseeing equipment development, air force, and regional…

The Economic Times

EU expands sanctions on Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad to include Hamas Politburo members

EU expands sanctions on Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad to include Hamas Politburo members

"In their capacity as decision-makers of the organisation, the members of the Politburo have knowledge of the planning, preparation and execution of violent actions by Hamas," the bloc said.

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How did Putin and Trump's visits to China compare?

In a diplomatic dance, Russian President Vladimir Putin wrapped up his visit to Beijing right after US President Donald Trump's engagement with Chinese leadership. While both were greeted with pomp, Putin garnered a notably warmer reception, bolstered by a higher-ranking official's presence. China's leader underscored the steadfast bond between the…

The Economic Times

Xi Jinping has dismissed two of China’s most senior generals. What does this mean?

Last weekend, China’s Ministry of National Defence announced that the country’s two most senior generals – Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli – would be removed from office and placed under investigation for serious disciplinary violations.

The Conversation

S&P Futures Muted Ahead of FOMC Meeting and U.S. JOLTs Report

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ25) are trending up +0.02% this morning as investors gear up for the start of the Federal Reserve’s two-day policy meeting, while also awaiting the delayed reading on U.S. job openings.

Stocks Soar Before the Open on Upbeat Meta and Microsoft Results, U.S. PCE Inflation Data and More Big Tech Earnings on Tap

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are up +0.97%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU25) are up +1.30% this morning as forecast-beating quarterly results from Meta and Microsoft boosted sentiment.

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S&P Futures Gain With Focus on U.S. JOLTs Report and Corporate Earnings, FOMC Meeting on Tap

S&P Futures Gain With Focus on U.S. JOLTs Report and Corporate Earnings, FOMC Meeting on Tap

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are trending up +0.24% this morning, extending yesterday’s gains, while investors shift their focus from recent U.S. trade deals to economic data, a new round of corporate earnings reports, and the start of the Federal Reserve’s two-day policy meeting.

Stocks Set to Extend Record Rally as U.S. and EU Reach Trade Deal, Big Tech Earnings and Fed Meeting in Focus

Stocks Set to Extend Record Rally as U.S. and EU Reach Trade Deal, Big Tech Earnings and Fed Meeting in Focus

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are up +0.28%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU25) are up +0.46% this morning, pointing to a higher open on Wall Street after U.S. President Donald Trump reached a trade deal with the European Union.

S&P Futures Gain on Cautious Optimism Over Trade Deals

S&P Futures Gain on Cautious Optimism Over Trade Deals

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are trending up +0.13% this morning as investors remain cautiously optimistic that the U.S. may strike more trade deals ahead of President Donald Trump’s August 1st deadline.

The last Left titan: Why VS Achuthanandan was unique

The last Left titan: Why VS Achuthanandan was unique

‘End of an era’ could be a cliché as far as obits go. Yet, for Velikkakath Sankaran Achuthanandan, nothing could be more apt. Not just because the former Chief Minister of Kerala was the last survivor among the 32 founders of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) who walked out…

Have Presidents Grown Too Powerful To Be Removed From Office?

Joe Biden showed that the 25th Amendment doesn't work. Donald Trump showed that impeachment is broken too.

China's Top Leaders Pledge Economic Support As Trade War Rages

China's Top Leaders Pledge Economic Support As Trade War Rages

China's top leaders pledged on Friday to step up support for the economy and oppose "unilateral bullying" in global trade in a veiled rebuke of hefty tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump.

International Business Times

China has only one real way to hit its 2025 growth target

China has only one real way to hit its 2025 growth target

The stimulus packages Beijing rolled out won’t do the trick—and they aren’t really stimulative.

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S&P Futures Gain With Focus on U.S. PCE Inflation Data

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH25) are trending up +0.38% this morning, staging a partial rebound from the prior session’s losses, while investors brace for the release of the Federal Reserve’s first-line inflation gauge.

The Independent UK

China signals it's prepared to double down on support for the economy as Trump tariffs loom

Chinese leaders met this week to plot economic policy for the coming year and sketched out plans to raise government spending and relax Beijing's monetary policy

China Plans Proactive Measures To Boost Economy

Chinese leaders plan to boost economy through fiscal and monetary measures, focusing on consumer spending and long-term growth strategies.

The Independent UK

China ends planning meeting with vows to stabilize its economy, but gives no details on stimulus

Chinese leaders have wrapped up a two-day planning meeting in Beijing with pledges to take a more proactive approach in pepping up the economy, but gave no details on stimulus measures

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International Business Times

China's Leaders To Chart Economic Plans For 2025: Report

China's leadership will gather Wednesday to hammer out plans to boost the economy next year, reports said, as they look to address weak domestic demand and the possibility of a deepening trade war with the United States.

Weekly Must-Read: 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

How to Play the New Bull Market in Chinese Stocks

Thanks to monetary stimulus, the China bull market is back. And now, with Xi Jinping onboard, it looks like massive fiscal stimulus is coming, as well. Economists in China are talking about a possible $1.4 trillion stimulus. Adding to the bullish mood is the fact that mainland Chinese investors are…

The Guardian - UK

China announces new measures to arrest housing slump and boost growth

Benefits to rise for poorest and local authorities to be given powers to intervene in real estate markets

The Independent UK

China redoubles first-aid for its economy with support for banks and workers

China is redoubling its first-aid for the economy, targeting banks, workers and poor families as the ruling Communist Party prepares to mark the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic

Yahya Sinwar Named New Leader Of Hamas Political Bureau

Yahya Sinwar appointed as head of Hamas' political bureau in Gaza, succeeding Ismail Haniyeh amidst regional tensions.

Weekly Must-Read: ‘Exorbitant’ Fines Land Temu in Hot Water With Chinese Merchants

Hundreds gathered outside Temu’s Guangzhou offices to voice anger at the platform’s increasing levying of penalties for product defects without providing evidence

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