16 h. ago Tesla loses more sales in China as buyers opt for cheaper, tech

A sales increase in March proves short-lived, as April deliveries by the company’s Shanghai factory plunge nearly 26 per cent.

Economics

16 h. ago Tesla’s April deliveries shrink 26% in China as buyers opt for cheaper, tech

A sales increase in March proves short-lived, as April deliveries by the company’s Shanghai factory plunge nearly 26 per cent.

Politics

45 h. ago From tourism to spending, Labour Day data sends mixed message on China’s economic activity

The five-day holiday saw a sharp rise in tourism, and consumers took advantage of a trade-in programme, as China leans more heavily on its domestic market.

Economics

45 h. ago Hamas says ‘no sense’ in holding truce talks, accuses Israel of ‘hunger war’ in Gaza

Hamas said it is no longer pursuing truce talks due to Israel’s plans to displace residents in Gaza, and called for global intervention to address the humanitarian crisis.

Politics

4 d. ago Albanese’s new government to shield Australia from ‘dark shadow’ of US

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the re-elected Labor government’s first priority will be to address the global economic uncertainty.

Politics

5 d. ago No more rice paddy? New strain that only needs irrigation is adapted to global warming

A strain of rice developed in Chile doesn’t need a flooded field to grow, just an irrigated one – a boon to farmers as water scarcity rises.

Events

5 d. ago Trump’s unpredictability and a fractured US are a dangerous mix

As Trump erratically escalates trade tensions with China and the Global South, his domestic behaviour only adds to geopolitical uncertainty.

Politics

6 d. ago Mark Tucker, HSBC chairman, plans to retire before the end of 2025

HSBC’s Mark Tucker will retire after nearly eight years as chairman, though he will stay on as an adviser to the global bank.

Politics

7 d. ago China should stimulate domestic consumption by boosting birth rate

With the US market largely closed to it, Beijing cannot neglect the wider social impact of couples’ decisions about whether to have children.

Politics

7 d. ago Opinion | China should stimulate domestic consumption by boosting birth rate

Opinion | China should stimulate domestic consumption by boosting birth rate  South China Morning Post

Politics

1 week ago China’s exporters face domestic challenges amid intensifying trade war, low demand

Beijing has announced measures to support firms hurt by US tariffs, but businesses warn of challenges in domestic market.

Events

1 week ago As US tariffs hit, China wants exporters to sell domestically – but can they?

As US tariffs hit, China wants exporters to sell domestically – but can they?  South China Morning Post

Events

1 week ago China's Politburo emphasises economic stability as Beijing vows domestic support during trade war

China's Politburo emphasises economic stability as Beijing vows domestic support during trade war  Dimsum Daily

Economics

1 week ago China puts onus on stability as Beijing vows domestic support amid US trade war

China’s Politburo says authorities will roll out specific plans to companies and individuals being affected by the trade war.

Events

1 week ago Breaking | China puts onus on stability as Beijing vows domestic support amid US trade war

Breaking | China puts onus on stability as Beijing vows domestic support amid US trade war  South China Morning Post

Events

1 week ago Developing | China puts onus on stability as Beijing vows domestic support amid US trade war

Developing | China puts onus on stability as Beijing vows domestic support amid US trade war  South China Morning Post

Events

1 week ago Facebook owner Meta lays off more than 100 employees in Reality Labs

The job cuts affected staff focused on creating VR experiences for Meta’s Quest headsets, and those working on hardware.

Politics

2 w. ago ‘Thuggish’ act: Chinese scholars take on Trump adviser over global shake

‘Thuggish’ act: Chinese scholars take on Trump adviser over global shake-up  South China Morning Post

Politics

2 w. ago Trump adviser Stephen Miran demands other nations pay up for ‘global public goods’

Chairman of US president’s Council of Economic Advisers also wants multilateral ‘Mar-a-Lago Accord’ to weaken US dollar.

Politics

3 w. ago China tries to stoke domestic demand as tariffs hit. It won’t be easy.

China tries to stoke domestic demand as tariffs hit. It won’t be easy.  The Washington Post

Events