Beijing’s deflation fears deepen as intense competition weighs on producers
Ambitious theme park projects reflect hopes that foreign brands can boost spending in slowing economy
Washington had limited exports of semiconductor design software in tit-for-tat over trade talks
Factory contraction highlights pressure on policymakers to boost domestic demand amid trade war
May reading flips cumulative growth for this year to a 1.1 per cent decline
Officials emphasise ‘openness and fairness’ as Beijing presents itself as a stabilising force in the world
Li Qiang tells annual World Economic Forum event that ‘globalisation will not be reversed’
Pop Mart’s $40bn market capitalisation has surpassed that of Hasbro and Mattel combined on back of hot-selling collectibles
Distressed debt specialist outlines upbeat view of world’s second-largest economy
Pan Gongsheng points to a growing role for the renminbi after decades of dominance by the US currency
Data sets back hopes that struggling market could stabilise this year
Once at the vanguard of globalisation, international business chambers in the country now face a trickier challenge in seeking change
Strong consumer spending provides ‘bright spot’ for economy grappling with higher US tariffs
Systemic risk prioritised over international norms as country returns to zero failure era
State-owned Central Huijin in spotlight after big intervention in domestic stock markets to boost economy
Top White House official says a deal could be struck as part of trade talks between the two countries
Producer index falls at fastest pace in two years despite moves to boost demand
Consumer businesses under pressure from weaker economic backdrop and intense competition
Move is part of bank’s push to cut costs and streamline global operations amid broader turnaround effort
Critics warn privatising the mortgage giants would endanger the housing market
The country’s biggest brewer is using its Dutch partner to reach more of the growing premium segment
State media reports meeting between US investment bank chief and senior officials
Cooling economy and cultural decoupling spark doubts over the sustainability of western-influenced lifestyles
Fast-growing trainer maker backed by Roger Federer joins brands taking global market share from Nike and Adidas
Instrument maker hopes growing retiree interest in saxophones and guitars will offset decline in piano sales
