A weakening yuan is testing Beijing's resolve as Trump's return fuels tariff worries
The question of how far and quickly the yuan will fall depends on Beijing's resolve in countering Donald Trump's tariffs with stimulus measures.
China keeps benchmark lending rates unchanged as it contends with a weakening yuan
Beijing contends with a weakening yuan while awaiting policy clues from the incoming Donald Trump's administration.
How Beijing Is Seeking To Jump-start Wavering Economy
As China's economy struggles, officials in Beijing have the arduous task of formulating a policy response that can ensure sustainable growth in what promises to be a challenging year ahead.
China Boosts Yuan Support With Warning, Capital Control Tweaks
China has ramped up its support for the yuan with tweaks to its capital controls and a vow to crack down on market disruption, after the currency dropped close to a record low against the dollar in offshore trading.
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Metals fall amid tariffs warning for Canada, Mexico
Base metals declined after US President Donald Trump said he would likely enact tariffs on Mexico and Canada by Feb. 1, hurting market sentiment even as he held off from imposing levies on China.
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Asian traders give mixed reaction as China's economic growth slows
Asian markets were mixed Friday as data showing China's economy grew slightly quicker than expected last year failed to inspire investors, with Beijing battling to revive consumption and boost the battered property sector.
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Most Asian markets rise after Trump AI pledge but China tariff woes return
Most Asian markets extended a global rally Wednesday as investors gave a cautious welcome to Donald Trump's first full day in office amid hopes he will take a more cautious approach on trade than initially feared.
Hang Seng Index: Tech Stocks Lead 2% Rally on China’s Stimulus Boost
Hang Seng jumps 2% on China’s stimulus and upbeat US-China talks. Tech stocks soar as optimism drives investor sentiment.
Gold extends gain, greenback volatile after President Trump first moves in office
Treasuries gained, while China stocks saw a small decline when markets opened in Asia. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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Beijing’s US$3.2 trillion question: how much of China’s forex reserves go to Hong Kong?
The central bank's pledge to increase reserve holdings of the Hong Kong dollar shows a commitment to the city's financial hub status China's central bank chief Pan Gongsheng promised to park more of the country's US$3.
Trump announces plans for Mexico, Canada tariffs from February 1
Trump will call for a study of tariff policies, rather than immediately impose them on China, Canada and Mexico. Follow updates here.
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The Trump threat: how worried should South Africa be?
As the world braces for Donald Trump’s return, uncertainty looms over the future of the international geopolitical landscape. While Africa has historically been a peripheral focus for the United States (US), South Africa has increasingly drawn Washington’s ire for its perceived antagonistic foreign policy positions.