Economy
OECD revises 2024 global growth forecast upward, but notes risks
China held back by housing, consumption woes, but Asia overall still bright
Markets
China's favored state-owned companies squeeze private sector
Market cap of private concerns drops 60% in two and a half years, study finds
U.S. elections 2024
Trump says U.S. must impose more tariffs on China, possibly over 60%
Republican presidential candidate denies he would start new trade war with Beijing
Retail
Thrifty Chinese consumers flock to discount snack shops
Sector expands sharply as shoppers favor local convenience over online orders
Datawatch
Housing glut leaves China with excess homes for 150m people
Market hit by a double whammy of weak sales and population drop
Caixin
Over half China's local governments curb their growth ambitions for 2024
Move comes after many regions missed last year's goals
Companies
ByteDance, Shein sharply boost spending on lobbying in U.S.
Chinese firms seek to minimize effects of alarm over bilateral tensions
Business trends
Japan's Murata, Keyence face falling profits on China slowdown
9-month earnings take hit at companies with most exposure to country's economy
Economy
China's economy is headed for slower growth, IMF says
GDP expansion could drop to 3% range in 2024-25 without policy response on real estate
Economy
China's land revenue falls 13% in hit to local governments
2023 marks second straight year that critical source of income falls
Business trends
Bilateral tensions top woes of American businesses in China
Survey shows modest improvement in expectations for economic growth
Opinion
Elon Musk gave a lot away with his call for new China tariffs
If innovation was still Tesla's strength, it wouldn't be seeking corporate welfare
Automobiles
China overtakes Japan in auto exports with boost from EVs
Japan loses crown for 1st time in seven years amid BYD's rise
Economy
China gold purchases soar 30% on economic anxiety
Central bank and individual investors seek stability amid geopolitical risks
Economy
China factory activity shrinks less sharply ahead of Lunar New Year
PMI remains in contraction at 49.2; Hong Kong GDP accelerates thanks to mainland tourists
Economy
Resilient China and U.S. lift IMF global economic outlook for 2024
Growth forecasts also upgraded for India, ASEAN-5 but cut for Japan
Commodities
Iran's oil exports reach 5-year high, with China as top buyer
Rising supply from sanctions-hit country tamps down prices amid tensions
Economy
Singapore's investment pledges from U.S., China dropped in 2023
Total commitment falls 44% amid 'challenging' global environment
Caixin
China's debt-to-GDP ratio climbs to record 287.8% in 2023
Macro leverage ratio rises 13.5 percentage points from year earlier
Caixin
Beijing government repays bond 17 years early to save on interest
City cut interest costs by 70% in 2023 by paying off debt before maturity
Caixin
Some 40% of Chinese children face obesity by 2030, study finds
Experts call for 20% tax on sugary drinks to combat rising health costs
Trade
China's industry minister seeks Japan cooperation in chips, autos
Japanese business leaders call for flexible cross-border data controls
Markets
China stimulus measures greeted with skepticism by foreign investors
Investors question why Chinese and Hong Kong shares can't get cheaper
Travel & Leisure
China forecasts 14% drop in travelers during Lunar New Year
Use of private cars may signal that consumers are tightening their belts
Business Spotlight
China's slump pushes its smaller companies overseas for growth
Suppliers venture out on their own, drawn by opportunity and driven by limits at home