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China’s Housing Slump Echoes Japan, But Path Ahead Remains Unclear
global-economy11 days ago

China’s Housing Slump Echoes Japan, But Path Ahead Remains Unclear

FT Alphaville shows China’s housing bust could trigger real-economy spillovers—weaker consumption, tighter local budgets from land sales, and potential bank stress—because housing accounts for a large share of private wealth and household debt. Using Rogoff-Yang’s dataset and city-level data, the piece compares the trajectory to Japan’s 1990s bust, suggesting a Japan-like long adjustment or a US-like shorter downturn, with much still to come.

via Financial Times|
#asia-pacific#chinese-economy#global-economy
JD.com Struggles to Convince Amid China's Economic Uncertainty
business1 year ago

JD.com Struggles to Convince Amid China's Economic Uncertainty

JD.com reported a 5.1% increase in quarterly revenue, indicating cautious consumer spending in China as the government implements economic stimulus measures. Despite a 48% rise in net income, the modest revenue growth reflects ongoing challenges in the Chinese consumer market post-Covid. JD.com and Alibaba are key indicators of consumer trends, with JD.com seeing increased shopper numbers during Singles Day. Analysts suggest JD.com may pursue more aggressive growth strategies, leveraging improved consumer sentiment and government support.

via Yahoo Finance|
#business#chinese-economy#consumer-spending
JD.com Struggles to Convince Amid China's Economic Uncertainty
business1 year ago

JD.com Struggles to Convince Amid China's Economic Uncertainty

JD.com reported a 5.1% increase in quarterly revenue, indicating cautious consumer spending in China as the government implements economic stimulus measures. Despite a 48% rise in net income, the modest revenue growth reflects ongoing challenges in the Chinese consumer market post-Covid. JD.com and Alibaba are key indicators of consumer trends, with JD.com seeing increased shopper numbers during the Singles Day shopping season. Analysts suggest JD.com may pursue more aggressive growth strategies, leveraging improved consumer sentiment and government support.

via Yahoo Finance|
#business#chinese-economy#consumer-spending
Asian Stocks Dip Amid Chinese Stimulus Concerns, Bitcoin Surges
finance1 year ago

Asian Stocks Dip Amid Chinese Stimulus Concerns, Bitcoin Surges

Asian stocks are expected to face challenges in early trading due to underwhelming Chinese economic measures and weak inflation data. Bitcoin surged past $81,000 following Donald Trump's electoral success in key US states. Australian shares declined, and futures in Tokyo and Hong Kong indicate potential losses, as China's plan to address local government debt lacks new domestic demand-boosting measures. Meanwhile, US stock futures rose slightly after the S&P 500's 0.4% gain on Friday, driven by optimism over Trump's pro-growth policies.

via Bloomberg|
#asian-stocks#bitcoin#chinese-economy
Xi Jinping Rallies Party and Entrepreneurs for Economic Reform
china1 year ago

Xi Jinping Rallies Party and Entrepreneurs for Economic Reform

Xi Jinping is concerned about the decline in Chinese startups achieving unicorn status and is seeking to revive entrepreneurial spirit to boost economic growth and technological self-sufficiency. Recent figures show a significant slowdown in GDP growth, adding to the urgency. Despite previously leading in unicorn creation, China has seen a sharp decline in new billion-dollar startups compared to the U.S. and previous years.

via The Economist|
#china#chinese-economy#gdp-growth
China's Economic Woes Hit Major Tech Stocks
finance1 year ago

China's Economic Woes Hit Major Tech Stocks

Shares of Chinese tech giants Alibaba, Baidu, and JD.com fell due to disappointing economic data from China, which reported only 4.7% growth in Q2, below expectations. Retail sales growth was also weak, indicating a sluggish consumer market. This has raised concerns about the companies' upcoming earnings and the broader economic outlook, despite recent measures by China to stimulate growth.

via Yahoo Finance|
#alibaba#baidu#chinese-economy
Alibaba Shares Drop Amid $4.5B Convertible Bond Offering
business2 years ago

Alibaba Shares Drop Amid $4.5B Convertible Bond Offering

Alibaba's Hong Kong-listed shares dropped over 5% following reports of a potential $5 billion convertible bond sale, later confirmed at $4.5 billion. The proceeds will be used to repurchase American depositary shares. This move follows a challenging year for Alibaba, marked by a significant profit decline and corporate restructuring. The company aims to boost its core e-commerce sector and expand in AI and cloud services.

via CNBC|
#alibaba#business#chinese-economy
"China's Export Slump Sends Alibaba and JD.com Stocks Tumbling"
finance2 years ago

"China's Export Slump Sends Alibaba and JD.com Stocks Tumbling"

Chinese stocks, including Alibaba, JD.com, and PDD Holdings, slid as China's exports fell more than expected in March, signaling weakness in the world's No. 2 economy. The export report underscores the struggles of the Chinese economy, impacting the performance of these companies. While PDD Holdings stands out with rapid growth and market share gains, the challenges facing Chinese stocks suggest caution for investors considering investment in these companies.

via Yahoo Finance|
#alibaba#chinese-economy#chinese-stocks
Tencent Doubles Buybacks to Over $12.8 Billion as Sales Miss, Q4 Profit Slumps
business-technology2 years ago

Tencent Doubles Buybacks to Over $12.8 Billion as Sales Miss, Q4 Profit Slumps

Tencent Holdings Ltd. plans to double its stock buyback program to at least $12.8 billion in 2024 after reporting a lower-than-expected 7% rise in revenue, with gaming sales disappointing, particularly in China. The move aims to mollify investors concerned about a gradual dissipation of growth during a Chinese economic downturn. Tencent faces challenges in retaining paid subscribers for its video and music streaming services, and its cloud computing arm is engaged in a price war with Alibaba and JD. The company is also seeking its next big hit in the gaming sector amidst regulatory uncertainties.

via Yahoo Finance|
#business-technology#chinese-economy#gaming