China’s Consumption Economy: Can Stimulus Counter Rising Tariffs?
China’s trade hit CNY 4 trillion in December 2024, driven by a weaker CNY and tariff fears. Can Beijing shift
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Bob Mason
18:25
China Retail Sales Highlight Domestic Demand Woes; Hang Seng Index Falls
China’s economic data signals mixed recovery as retail sales dip sharply, highlighting the urgent need for consumption-focused stimulus measures...
Bob Mason
14:31
China Trade Data Misses Forecasts: Hang Seng Index Ignores on Stimulus Pledge
Exports slow, imports dive: China’s November trade data signals urgent need for economic reforms...
Bob Mason
04:23
China’s Caixin Services PMI Unexpectedly Drops to 51.5 in November
Caixin Services PMI reveals slower growth, highlighting Beijing’s challenge to sustain economic momentum. Hang Seng down 0.58%...
Bob Mason
21:20
Eurozone Economy Expands by 0.4% in Q3 2024 but US Tariff Threat Remains
Eurozone economy shows resilience in Q3, yet US tariff risks may impact ECB’s rate decision and labor market stability...
Bob Mason
08:19
German Exports Slide by 1.7% in September as Trump Tariffs Loom
Trump’s tariff threat casts shadow over Germany’s fragile recovery amid economic slowdown...
Bob Mason
07:23
BRICS, Tariffs, and Geopolitics: The US Presidential Race and US-China Relations
Trump’s tariff plans could reignite US-China trade tensions, risking global economic disruption...
Bob Mason
00:19
Eurozone Economy Expands by 0.4% in Q3 2024 on German Surprise
Stronger Eurozone Growth Fuels ECB Rate Speculation; Germany Rebounds in Q3...
Bob Mason
22:02
German Producer Prices Down 1.4% in September Boosting December ECB Rate Cut Bets
Economists expect softer inflation ahead as German producer prices continue to drop, with ECB rate cut expectations for December rising...
Bob Mason
23:34
China Economy Grows by 4.6% in Q3 2024 as Markets Clamor for More Stimulus
China’s economy slows to 4.6% growth in Q3 2024, with retail sales and industrial output offering signs of recovery ahead
