69 h. ago Shiseido’s Serge Lutens opens first standalone store in China

Shiseido’s Serge Lutens opens first standalone store in China  Global Cosmetics News

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4 d. ago Beijing hutong hosts 100th K Coffee store as brand bets on culture

Beijing hutong hosts 100th K Coffee store as brand bets on culture-led growth  China Daily

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4 d. ago UBS conveys upbeat note on Chinese stocks in 2026 as global investors seek diversification

UBS Group conveyed a sanguine outlook on Chinese stocks in 2026, as the world’s second-largest economy proved to be an important alternative for global investors seeking to diversify away from US equities, which face headwinds from stretched valuations to jitters about the independence of the Federal Reserve. Chinese stocks are expected to be energised by the nation’s growing innovation capability, greater adoption of artificial intelligence across traditional industries and potential inflows...

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5 d. ago China prioritises export controls, supply chains to shield economy in 2026

China prioritises export controls, supply chains to shield economy in 2026  South China Morning Post

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6 d. ago China’s outbound travel set to soar by 10 million trips in 2026 – but halve in Japan

China’s vast outbound travel market is set for further growth in 2026, boosted by the spread of visa-free policies for Chinese nationals and a stronger yuan. But visits to Japan could plummet by nearly 50 per cent amid a political dispute between Beijing and Tokyo, according to analysts and industry insiders. Mainland Chinese travellers are expected to take about 165 million to 175 million cross-border trips in 2026, up from an estimated 155 million last year, the travel marketing and technology...

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8 d. ago China Consumer Market: Beijing broadens retail landscape with 'first

China Consumer Market: Beijing broadens retail landscape with 'first-store' economy  news.cgtn.com

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8 d. ago China’s yuan to strengthen to 6.85 per US dollar in first quarter of 2026: Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley has revised its outlook for the yuan, now forecasting it to strengthen to about 6.85 per US dollar in the first quarter of 2026 from a previous call of 7.05, before weakening slightly to about 7.0 by the end of the year. The bank said it expects China’s “robust” exports through 2026 to 2027 to provide “a steady tailwind to nominal yuan”, with volumes projected to grow 5 to 6 per cent as the recovery in global demand broadens beyond tech and the country’s price competitiveness...

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9 d. ago China's Economy is Expected to Grow 4.8% in 2026 Amid Surging Exports

China's Economy is Expected to Grow 4.8% in 2026 Amid Surging Exports  Goldman Sachs

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1 week ago Economic Watch: Fresh vibes, vibrant scenes mark spirited start to China's economy in 2026

Economic Watch: Fresh vibes, vibrant scenes mark spirited start to China's economy in 2026  China.org.cn

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1 week ago Fresh vibes, vibrant scenes mark spirited start to China's economy in 2026

Fresh vibes, vibrant scenes mark spirited start to China's economy in 2026  Big News Network.com

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1 week ago Philippines’ Marcos slashes ‘back door’ budget allocations amid flood control scandal

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr on Monday signed into law the 2026 budget worth 6.793 trillion pesos (US$115 billion) as his administration aims to revive an economy stunted by a government corruption scandal. While the 2026 budget was 7 per cent higher than last year’s spending plan, the president cut nearly US$1.6 billion in so-called unprogrammed appropriations that are historically prone to corruption. Marcos approved the 2026 budget later compared to previous years, as allocations...

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1 week ago What's in store for China's economy in 2026: 5 things to watch

What's in store for China's economy in 2026: 5 things to watch  Nikkei Asia

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2 w. ago China's economy in 2026: Key measures for investment and livelihoods

China's economy in 2026: Key measures for investment and livelihoods  news.cgtn.com

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2 w. ago Japan may lose GDP race to India amid weak yen, tourism woes and China row

Japan’s economy is likely to fall behind India’s in 2026 to fifth place in the world, according to an International Monetary Fund’s estimate, potentially diminishing the East Asian nation’s presence on the global stage. The subdued economic outlook makes Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s planned growth strategy, due out in the summer, all the more important to combat the burden from the country’s shrinking population, economists say. They call for productivity improvements and further efforts to...

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2 w. ago Hong Kong restaurants, bars gear up for packed 2026 countdown parties

Hong Kong will ring in the new year with packed restaurants and a bustling nightlife in Central, but the absence of a fireworks display may affect business on the Kowloon side, industry leaders have said. Their comments on Wednesday followed the tourism board’s announcement that the main celebration would be held on Charter Road in Central, after the annual Victoria Harbour fireworks show was cancelled because of the deadly Tai Po fire. Lan Kwai Fong Association director Anthea Cheung said that...

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2 w. ago India overtakes Japan as world’s 4th largest economy, eyes top 3 by 2026

India has overtaken Japan as the world’s fourth-largest economy – and officials hope to pass Germany within three years, the government’s end-of-year economic review calculates. Official confirmation however depends on data due in 2026 when final annual gross domestic product figures are released, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) suggesting India will cross over Japan next year. “India is among the world’s fastest-growing major economies and is well-positioned to sustain this...

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2 w. ago India overtakes Japan as world’s fourth largest economy, eyes top 3 in 2026

India has overtaken Japan as the world’s fourth-largest economy – and officials hope to pass Germany within three years, the government’s end-of-year economic review calculates. Official confirmation however depends on data due in 2026 when final annual gross domestic product figures are released, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) suggesting India will cross over Japan next year. “India is among the world’s fastest-growing major economies and is well-positioned to sustain this...

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2 w. ago Even military uniforms are ordered from China: the Russian fashion industry faces falling demand and store closures

Even military uniforms are ordered from China: the Russian fashion industry faces falling demand and store closures  Українські Національні Новини

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2 w. ago Hong Kong finance chief upbeat about 2026 outlook on back of 3.2% growth

Hong Kong’s finance chief has struck an upbeat tone about the city’s economic outlook for 2026, while forecasting that growth this year will accelerate to 3.2 per cent, surpassing earlier projections. Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po said the optimistic outlook was mainly supported by anticipated growth in mainland China and Asia along with interest rate cuts. “Looking ahead to next year, Hong Kong’s economy is expected to maintain its positive momentum. The market generally anticipates that...

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3 w. ago China’s record trade surplus could prompt protectionist response in 2026: report

While China has already logged a record-breaking trade surplus in the first 11 months of 2025, that milestone could be a harbinger of more protectionist pushback, an American research firm said on Monday – a development that could complicate the country’s efforts to meet its economic growth target in 2026. Though export performance remains the “most important” variable for China's real economic growth rate next year, trade measures adopted by other countries and weaker demand will also have an...

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