U.S. tariffs on imported aluminum will not only see a cost increase ripple through supply chains of carmakers but also risks retaliation from major partners. On Friday, Japan’s Toyota Motor Corp stated the imposition of stiff tariffs on imported aluminum… Read More ›
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China’s growing assertiveness rekindles German fears of foreign firms accessing its high-tech know-how
Geely’s agressive moves to access German sensitive high technology underscores a broader Chinese strategy of one-sided trade: attempts by German companies to gain full control over Chinese companies have repeatedly come to nought since it remains prohibited. China’s Geely’s purchase… Read More ›
Tencent Holdings Ltd and Alibaba Group Holding Ltd jostle for dominance in China’s $13 trillion mobile payment market
China’s online and brick-and-mortar retailers world are being forced to take sides as both giants battle it out for dominance over China’s $13 trillion mobile payment market. Chinese tech giants, Tencent Holdings Ltd and Alibaba Group Holding Ltd are forcing… Read More ›
U.S., India, Japan and Australia revive four-way talks to deepen security and economic cooperation in the region
The move, an alternative to China’s Belt and Road Initiative, is on the agenda on Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull’s visit this week to the U.S. where he will meet U.S. President Donald Trump and discuss a range of issues,… Read More ›
SEC blocks Chongqing Casin Enterprise Group from purchasing the Chicago Stock Exchange
On verification by the SEC’s commissioners, led by Chairman Jay Clayton, the regulator was unable to locate the source of funds for the proposed deal; they were also unable to get sufficient information on the proposed buyers. U.S. regulators have… Read More ›
China’s yuan could weaken if the Feds stick to 3 interest rate hikes in 2018
The following is a brief outlook on the future of the Chinese yuan against the greenback in 2018. The results of a Reuters poll indicate that the bulk of the gains, the Chinese yuan has so far registered is likely… Read More ›
Walt Disney’s digital content to stream on Alibaba’s Youku platform
The deal represents a breakthrough for Walt Disney in its efforts to enter China. On Monday, Alibaba Group Holding Ltd stated its entertainment business has signed a licensing agreement with Walt Disney Co to provide Disney’s collection of animation on… Read More ›
Qingdao Haier Co Ltd likely to launch D-shares in Frankfurt
Through the launch of these D-shares at the infant Frankfurt-based China Europe International Exchange (CEINEX), Chinese companies are expanding their foothold in Europe and flanking the U.S., where the Trump Administration, increasingly aware of China’s designs, is taking steps to… Read More ›
Republican Senators introduces bill blocking U.S. government from using telecome equipment from Huawei Technologies and ZTE Corp
This development aims to provide a systemic protection to U.S. infrastructure and businesses that may have been so far vulnerable to sniffing by adversaries. Pregnant with geo-economic and geo-political implications the move underscores a growing awareness within the U.S. establishment… Read More ›
“Tripple One” strategy key in Nissan’s growth in China
Electric vehicles, light commercial vehicles and trucks as well as sourcing supplies locally are the key components of Nissan’s strategy in China, the world’s biggest auto market. On Monday, with the aim of placing itself within the top 3 automakers… Read More ›