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China’s risky shadow banks back in spotlight after Beijing’s debt crackdown

China’s crackdown on borrowing by local governments is forcing state-run entities in even some of the wealthiest provinces to tap…

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UBS’ China property optimist retreats from bullish calls, foresees deeper slump

John Lam, UBS’ head of China property research and a long-time contrarian, is retreating from his earlier bullish calls and…

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China’s pure-EV sales hit all-time high as new models, expiring tax breaks lure buyers

Sales of pure-electric vehicles (EVs) in mainland China hit an all-time high last month as consumers rushed to take advantage…

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HSBC asks Hang Seng Bank to clean up bad Hong Kong property debt

HSBC Holdings has taken the unusual step of getting directly involved in pushing its Hong Kong subsidiary, Hang Seng Bank,…

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Chinese EV maker BYD’s profits fall as price war at home swamps surging overseas sales

China’s electric-vehicle (EV) king BYD reported a 30 per cent drop in profits in the second quarter as surging overseas…

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Shanghai relaxes home-buying rules as China’s property market struggles

Shanghai, the commercial and financial hub of mainland China, has further relaxed its home purchase policy, following Beijing’s lead to…

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Chinese EV makers’ July sales dip 5% as narrower discounts cool vehicle buyers’ ardour

Electric vehicle (EV) sales in mainland China hit a speed bump last month, sparking worries about the industry’s growth momentum…

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China property: Shanghai, Shenzhen could drop buying curbs after surprise Beijing move

Beijing’s surprise move to lift home-purchase restrictions in outlying areas will help stabilise housing prices in the capital by next…

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China’s property slump may be bottoming, as analysts point to hopeful signs of recovery

China’s slumping property market may finally be reaching a bottom, as credit has resumed flowing to developers while the nationwide…

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As US’ effective tariff rate rises to 17%, analysts say China has an opportunity

The United States has become one of the most protected markets in the world, with its effective tariff rate against…

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