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Housing Curbs
The central government said in late 2016 that "Houses are built to be lived in, not for speculation," kicking off a new round of campaign to rein in the soaring prices.
Housing Developers Scurry as Tighter Regulations Squeeze Property Market
Home sales in China have cooled in the face of new government controls, forcing developers to adjust their businesses, but prices remain high
Commentary: Beijing’s New Playbook for Outbound Capital
New regulations taking effect this July transform how China manages its $3 trillion in overseas assets, prioritizing national security, data protection, and strategic growth over unchecked capital flight
CX Daily: China’s Housing Market Flashes Signs of Life in Core Cities
Real estate transactions and prices in megacities like Shenzhen and Shanghai are rebounding, though a nationwide recovery remains elusive
CX Daily: China’s Local Fiscal Recovery Hides Scramble to Plug Budget Holes
A look beyond headline growth figures reveals how provinces are relying on the monetization of state assets to fill in the gaps in their budgets
Analysis: China’s Local Fiscal Recovery Hides Scramble to Plug Budget Holes
A look beyond headline growth figures reveals how provinces are relying on the monetization of state assets to fill in the gaps left by the collapse of traditional sources of revenue, such as land sales
China’s Retirement Age Overhaul Triggers Confidence Crisis Among Workers, Study Shows
Despite plunging faith in the state pension system, a new study finds most citizens remain reluctant to alter their financial behavior or opt out of current contribution plans
CX Daily: How AI Took Over China’s Micro-Drama Industry in 90 Days
A year ago, the town of Hengdian was so crowded with production crews working on short dramas that actors on neighboring sets could hear each other’s lines
Vanke Keeps Focus on Cutting Losses, Restructuring Debt as Cash Troubles Persist
After state-backed rescue funds were capped, the financially strapped developer is seeking a unified extension on 6.7 billion yuan of domestic bonds coming due over the next two months
Commentary: China Must Look Beyond AI to Fix Its Deep Macroeconomic Flaws
Beijing cannot rely on technological innovation alone to cure its deep-rooted imbalances. True recovery demands aggressive real estate debt restructuring and a robust social safety net
CX Daily: As China’s Hidden Local Debts Shrink, a New Challenge Emerges
Resolving LGFVs’ liabilities is running into complications, with high-interest, noncompliant debt banks are reluctant to touch
In Depth: Big Questions Loom as China’s Memory Chipmakers Prepare Blockbuster IPOs
An AI-driven shortage has turned CXMT and YMTC into profit machines, but investors disagree about how to value them
In Depth: China’s Housing Market Flashes Signs of Life in Core Cities
Real estate transactions and prices in megacities like Shenzhen and Shanghai are rebounding, though a nationwide recovery remains elusive
China Unveils Sweeping Five-Year Urban Renewal Plan
Upgrades aim to revitalize aging homes, communities and pipelines
CX Daily: Why China’s Carmakers Fear Falling Behind Without Huawei
Through partnerships with Chinese automakers, Huawei is evolving into an influential force shaping the future of smart EVs
Hong Kong Home Prices Rise for 11th Month
Existing-home prices hit their highest level since October 2023, extending a rebound on stronger buying confidence, tighter supply and improving rental yields
Hunan Targets Illegal Fireworks Production After Deadly Blast
Hunan authorities are intensifying inspections after a Liuyang factory blast killed 37 people and left one missing
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