Tracking the Chinese Mainland’s Growth
Join us live to explore the Chinese mainland’s first-half 2025 economic performance—GDP, trade, consumer and industrial trends, with expert insights on what comes next.
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SCIO Unveils China’s H1 2025 Trade Trends at Press Briefing
China’s State Council Information Office breaks down imports and exports performance for H1 2025, highlighting trade resilience and emerging market trends.
EU’s Tough Talk on Chinese Trade: Unpacking the Debate
With the EU-China summit on the horizon, both sides weigh accusations of market distortion against calls for fair competition and innovation cooperation.
Chinese mainland CPI Rebounds 0.1% in June as PPI Drops 3.6%
In June, the Chinese mainland saw CPI rise 0.1%—the first year-on-year gain in five months—while PPI fell 3.6%, signaling mixed prospects for consumption and production.
Japan Stands Firm: A New Era in U.S.-Japan Trade Talks
Japan refuses U.S. tariff terms, marking a shift in their long-standing trade alliance and sparking global trade ripple effects.
Mexico Eyes New Markets as US Tariff Pause Expires on July 9
With the US tariff pause set to end July 9, Mexico—America’s top trade partner—is exploring new markets to reduce its reliance on US exports.
From Sichuan Tea to Guangzhou Textiles: How Three Hubs Are Powering China’s Economy
Explore how Sichuan’s Mengding Mountain tea, Wuhan’s transport hub, and Guangzhou’s textiles are driving transformation across China’s economic landscape.
Tariff Tensions: U.S. Shoppers Feeling the Pinch
U.S. consumers are starting to pay higher prices on everyday goods as import tariffs bite, with retailers passing on costs and supply chains scrambling for alternatives.
After Senate’s 51-50 Vote, What’s Next for Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful’ Bill?
After a tight 51-50 vote, the U.S. Senate passed Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ $3.3T tax-and-spend bill. See what it means for debt, social programs and global markets.
Hong Kong Stocks Rally: IPO Boom Signals Renewed Capital Confidence
Hong Kong’s stock market rallied in H1 2025, with 40+ IPOs raising over HKD100B. Technology, new energy, and retail deals drove renewed investor confidence.