Crude Oil

Oil Prices Plummet as China’s Lack of New Stimulus Sparks Market Decline

Global Crude Prices Fall Amid Disappointment Over China's Economic Plans, Middle East Tensions Loom Oil prices took a sharp plunge on Tuesday, with global benchmark Brent crude dropping as much as 5.6%, and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) retreating by as...
Chinese and Taiwanese flags

China’s Military Encirclement of Taiwan: How China’s ‘Anaconda Strategy’ Aims to Slowly Strangle Taiwan’s Independence Without Firing a Shot

In recent years, Taiwan has faced mounting pressure from China, which is steadily escalating its military presence around the island. Many observers describe China's approach as reminiscent of the predatory tactics of an anaconda, a snake that patiently waits to...
US Air Force AC-130J gunship

Black Arrow Missile: US military Expands Black Arrow Missile Capabilities to Focus on China’s Strategic Military Installations

Leidos, a leading US defense company, is poised to transform the American military's approach to airpower with the development of its revolutionary Black Arrow missile. This advanced, versatile long-range weapon could significantly enhance the firepower of the AC-130J Ghostrider gunship,...
China Home Sales

China’s Housing Market Sees Temporary Rebound During National Holiday, but Long-Term Sustainability Remains Uncertain

Recent steps taken by the Chinese government to rejuvenate the country’s struggling real estate market appear to have generated immediate positive results, judging by the sharp increase in housing sales and buyer interest observed during China’s National Day holiday. However,...
European Stocks

European Stocks Drop Amid Disappointment Over China’s Economic Stimulus: Mining and Luxury Sectors Hit Hard

Global Markets React to China’s Tepid Pledge as Investors Await US Inflation Data European stocks dropped sharply after China's latest pledge to support its economy failed to meet investors' hopes for a new wave of substantial stimulus measures. The Stoxx...
Chinese Yuan

China’s Economic Slowdown to Continue: World Bank Predicts Further Decline in 2025

The World Bank expects China’s economic growth to weaken further in 2025, despite a temporary boost from recent stimulus measures. This trend is likely to exert additional pressure on regional economies, particularly in East Asia and the Pacific, according to...
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China Investigates European Electric Cars and Slaps Tariffs on Brandy

China and European Union (EU), the Chinese government announced that it is considering raising tariffs on gasoline-powered vehicles with large engine capacities and will start collecting duties on brandy imports from Europe. This move follows the EU's recent decision to...
New York Stock Exchange

Investors Flood U.S.-Based China-Focused ETFs Amid Beijing’s Economic Stimulus, Betting on a Sustained Recovery

U.S.-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) focused on Chinese markets experienced a massive inflow of $5.2 billion in new assets during the past week. This sudden flood of investments occurred while China’s financial markets were closed for a week-long national holiday, leaving...
China Economic Data

China’s Runaway Stock Rally Slows, Hong Kong Shares Slide Amid Investor Disappointment

The remarkable rally in China's stock markets began to show signs of fatigue on Tuesday, as Hong Kong shares took a steep tumble and mainland markets cooled off from their earlier peaks. Investors were left disappointed by the lack of...
China- Kiribati

Kiribati Condemns China’s Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Test, Saying the Pacific Should Not Be Seen as “Isolated Pockets”

The Pacific Island nation of Kiribati has issued a rare and pointed criticism of China following the latter's launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) on September 25, 2024. The missile, which landed in the Pacific Ocean, raised concerns in...
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