Beijing Post

US Financial Firms Seek Dismissal of Insider Trading Cases Against Chinese Brokerages

Several major American investment firms have asked courts to dismiss insider trading lawsuits involving Chinese brokerages, potentially easing a source of financial-sector friction between the two countries.

China’s New Economy Index Falls as Technology Investment and Labour Inputs Weaken

Caixin’s New Economy Index declined entering October as capital deployment and labour inputs softened in advanced industries, pointing to an uneven recovery in China’s technology-driven economy.

Seres and Huawei Restructure Agreement for Aito Electric Vehicle Brand

Seres and Huawei have revised their operating agreement for the Aito electric vehicle business, clarifying their respective roles as Huawei deepens its position in automotive software and autonomous driving technology.

JAC Motors Confirms Talks With Huawei and Stellantis on Potential Cooperation

JAC Motors says it is holding exploratory discussions with Huawei and Stellantis over possible strategic cooperation, highlighting further links between Chinese automotive technology and established Western carmakers.

Golden Week Data Shows Steady but Cautious Recovery in Chinese Consumer Spending

Early National Day holiday data points to growth in domestic travel and retail activity, though per-capita spending remains restrained as households continue to favour experiences over large purchases.

Guangzhou and Wuhan Tighten Housing Rules to Support Existing Property Inventory

Authorities in Guangzhou and Wuhan have introduced new limits on buyer deposits and pre-sale practices, shifting policy toward protecting purchasers and stabilising unsold housing stock.

China Launches Major Water Network Plan to Strengthen Drought Resilience by 2030

The National Development and Reform Commission has announced a large-scale infrastructure programme to modernise China’s water network, with the aim of reducing drought risks and protecting agricultural supply.

Huawei Launches Mate 90 Series With New Kirin 9050 Pro Chip

Huawei has released its Mate 90 smartphones with the domestically developed Kirin 9050 Pro processor and dual satellite communications, highlighting continued progress in China’s high-end semiconductor supply chain despite US export cont...

China Unveils 2026-2030 Technology Blueprint Focused on AI, Quantum Computing and Advanced Manufacturing

China’s State Council has set five-year priorities for heavier investment in artificial intelligence, quantum computing and advanced manufacturing as Beijing pushes for greater technological self-sufficiency.

Rising Youth Unemployment Fuels Calls for Stronger Labour Market Measures in China

Chinese economic commentators are calling for more aggressive employment policies as automation and the prolonged property downturn increase pressure on young graduates and weaken job creation. :chatgpt-content-reference{index="14"}

China’s New Economy Index Falls as Technology Investment, Capital and Hiring Weaken

An index tracking China’s new economy sectors declined as venture capital activity, technology investment and skilled hiring softened despite continued government stimulus efforts. :chatgpt-content-reference{index="12"}

Chinese AI Models Lead Weekly Global Usage Rankings, State Media Says

Data cited by Chinese state media indicates that domestically developed large language models are leading some global weekly usage measures, reflecting rapid growth in China’s generative artificial intelligence sector despite restriction...

Chinese Manufacturers Build Deeper Southeast Asian Supply Chains as Global Tariff Pressure Rises

Chinese manufacturing and logistics groups are moving beyond simple export models by building more integrated regional supply chains across Southeast Asia to serve local demand and reduce exposure to rising trade barriers. :chatgpt-conte...

Guangzhou Caps Property Deposits in Effort to Protect Buyers and Stabilise Housing Market

Authorities in Guangzhou introduced tighter rules limiting advance deposits on property purchases as the city seeks to protect consumers and restore confidence amid financial stress among private developers. :chatgpt-content-reference{in...

Volkswagen and Gotion Expand European Battery Manufacturing Partnership

Volkswagen and Chinese battery maker Gotion High-Tech are deepening their manufacturing cooperation in Europe, increasing the integration of Chinese battery technology into the region’s automotive supply chain. :chatgpt-content-reference...

Huawei and Seres Restructure Partnership Around Aito Electric Vehicle Brand

Huawei and Seres reached a new operating agreement covering the Aito electric vehicle brand, clarifying intellectual property arrangements as Huawei expands its role as a supplier of intelligent driving technology. :chatgpt-content-refer...

Jianghuai Confirms Talks With Huawei and Stellantis Over Potential Maserati Revival

Jianghuai Automobile Group said it is in exploratory discussions with Huawei and Stellantis over the technological and commercial revival of Maserati, highlighting deeper cooperation between Chinese technology firms and established Europ...

Chinese Equipment Maker Hit With Major Penalty in Intellectual Property Theft Case

A Chinese machinery manufacturer received an unusually large penalty for intellectual property violations, setting a tougher compliance benchmark for domestic companies and foreign investors watching China’s legal environment. :chatgpt-c...

Chinese Outbound Investment Hits Record $214 Billion as Companies Shift Toward Smaller Overseas Deals

Chinese companies invested a record $214 billion abroad as capital increasingly moved away from traditional mega-deals toward mid-sized acquisitions and greenfield projects across emerging markets. :chatgpt-content-reference{index="1"}

People’s Bank of China Cuts Policy Lending Rate to Support Growth and Credit Demand

China’s central bank reduced a key policy lending rate to inject liquidity and lower borrowing costs as Beijing seeks to revive weak corporate credit demand and stabilise the broader economy. :chatgpt-content-reference{index="0"}

Zhu Zhongming Elected Mayor of Shanghai in Leadership Transition for China’s Financial Hub

Former vice finance minister Zhu Zhongming was elected mayor of Shanghai, installing one of China’s youngest provincial-level leaders as the city seeks stronger fiscal discipline and renewed foreign business confidence. :chatgpt-content-...

China Targets Large-Scale Commercialisation of Solid-State Batteries by 2030

State-backed research institutes and Chinese battery manufacturers are accelerating development of all-solid-state batteries, with Beijing targeting broad commercial deployment by 2030. :chatgpt-content-reference{index="5"}

FAW and Guangzhou Automobile Group Consolidation Signals New Phase in China’s Auto Restructuring

The consolidation of First Automotive Works and Guangzhou Automobile Group marks a major test of Beijing’s efforts to streamline China’s crowded state-owned auto sector and build larger manufacturers capable of competing through intense ...

China Opens Third Overseas Military Base With New Facility in Laos

The People’s Liberation Army has begun operations at the Ban Keun facility in Laos, establishing what the source notes describe as China’s third overseas military base and extending Beijing’s logistical presence in mainland Southeast Asi...

US Market Makers Narrow Insider Trading Case Against Futu and UP Fintech

American market makers reduced the scope of a major insider trading lawsuit involving Futu and UP Fintech, cutting the number of targeted defendants to 45 individuals.

Chinese Economists Call for Stronger Action on Youth Employment

Domestic economists and commentators are urging Beijing to expand service-sector job creation as automation and the property downturn deepen employment pressures on young graduates.

Critical Mineral Shortages Raise Global Industrial Concerns as China Retains Strong Position

Mining and industry executives are warning that rising demand from artificial intelligence and clean energy could strain critical mineral supplies, while Chinese state-owned groups remain dominant in key extraction and refining segments.

Ford CEO Defends Chinese Battery Technology Partnerships

Ford’s chief executive defended the company’s reliance on Chinese battery technology amid political criticism in Washington, highlighting tensions between US industrial policy and electric vehicle supply-chain realities.

Chinese Manufacturers Deepen ASEAN Supply Chain Integration to Navigate Trade Barriers

Chinese industrial and logistics companies are increasingly shifting processing and assembly into Southeast Asia as they adapt to tighter trade restrictions in North America and Europe.

China’s Generative AI User Base Surpasses 700 Million

Industry data show the number of generative artificial intelligence users in China has exceeded 700 million, highlighting the rapid domestic adoption of AI services despite restrictions on access to advanced US semiconductors.

Guangzhou Caps Buyer Deposits and Tightens Oversight of Housing Pre-Sales

Guangzhou authorities introduced new limits on property deposits and stronger escrow supervision for pre-sale housing projects in an effort to protect buyers and reduce developer default risks.

Volkswagen Expands Battery Partnership With China’s Gotion High-Tech

Volkswagen has deepened its alliance with Gotion High-Tech to secure more localized battery cell production for electric vehicles in Europe.

CATL Starts Commercial Battery Production at Hungary Gigafactory

Contemporary Amperex Technology has begun production at its large battery plant in Hungary, expanding the Chinese group’s manufacturing footprint inside the European Union.

Caixin New Economy Index Falls as Capital and Technology Inputs Weaken

The Caixin New Economy Index declined in September as investment and technology-sector labor demand softened, suggesting weaker momentum in higher-value industries.

China Maintains Military Pressure Around Taiwan With Naval and Air Deployments

The People’s Liberation Army deployed 15 naval vessels and multiple military aircraft around Taiwan over the weekend, continuing sustained military pressure in and around the Taiwan Strait.

Zhu Zhongming Elected Mayor of Shanghai

The Shanghai Municipal People’s Congress elected former Vice Finance Minister Zhu Zhongming as mayor, placing an experienced economic policymaker in charge of China’s leading financial center.

China Cuts Policy Lending Rate and Launches Mortgage Subsidies for First-Time Buyers

The People’s Bank of China lowered the pledged supplementary lending rate by 25 basis points to 1.5% and introduced a central-local mortgage interest subsidy aimed at supporting first-time homebuyers and stabilizing the property market.

China’s Official Manufacturing PMI Returns to Expansion at 50.1

The official manufacturing purchasing managers’ index rose to 50.1 in September, signaling a return to expansion even as domestic consumption and private investment remain weak.

Former China Securities Regulator Yi Huiman Charged With Bribery

Chinese prosecutors formally indicted former securities regulator chief Yi Huiman on bribery charges, extending Beijing’s anti-corruption campaign into the upper ranks of the financial regulatory system.

China Returns to Top 100 in Global Gender Parity Ranking

China rose to 96th place in the World Economic Forum’s annual gender parity ranking, returning to the top 100 for the first time since 2016 after improvements in female economic participation and workforce opportunity.

China’s New Economy Gauge Slips as Technology Investment and Specialist Hiring Cool

Caixin’s New Economy Gauge fell to 34.1% in September as investment and labor inputs into higher-value industries weakened amid softer venture capital activity and broader macroeconomic pressure.

Brazil’s Lula Seeks Chinese Investment in Critical Minerals

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva identified Chinese investors as potential partners in the country’s rare earths and critical minerals sector as Brasília seeks new sources of capital for strategic resource development.

Panama Audit Examines CK Hutchison Subsidiary Over Canal Concessions

Panamanian authorities are scrutinizing former port regulators and executives of a Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison subsidiary as part of an audit into concessions and regulatory oversight around the Panama Canal.

Chinese Industrial Profit Growth Slows to 4.2% as Unpaid Bills Surge

Industrial profit growth weakened to 4.2% as accounts receivable at major enterprises rose 9% to 29.5 trillion yuan and the average collection period extended beyond 72 days, highlighting mounting corporate cash-flow pressure.

BYD Blade Battery Plant in Shaanxi Reaches Full Production

BYD’s Blade Battery manufacturing base in Shaanxi has reached full-scale production, strengthening the electric vehicle group’s domestic supply chain and expanding its capacity in batteries and energy storage.