Finance & Economics

INFLATION

Prices Polarizing Chinese Consumers

As everyday goods become more and more expensive, Chinese spending and investment habits are adapting to withstand the pressure.

Guo Guoli | 2007-10-17

FOREX

A Peak at the FEIC

Developments surrounding the new state-run foreign exchange investment body are being followed closely by both foreign governments worried about its scope and big institutional investors eager for its business. This week, two reports are being reviewed by officials charged with establishing it.

Li Liming | 2007-07-27

EDITORIAL

First Solve People's Basic Needs

The government should invest more in public service and welfare in order to encourage Chinese to save less and consume more. Only then will domestic demand replace exports and investment as the driving force of growth.

Editorial Staff | 2007-07-23

THE STOCK MARKET

In The Shadow of a Setting Sun

While economists compare 1980's pre-depression Japan to China today, a fresh volley of arrows is loosened by economic policy-makers and market watchdogs.

Du Yan, Wang Yanchun | 2007-06-04

THE STOCK MARKET BUBBLE

When Sheep Are Bulls

Six renowned scholars were invited to a special meeting at the highest levels of government to discuss the market's potential to burst.

Zou Weiguo, Ou Yangxiaohong | 2007-05-18

DIVERSIFICATION

SOE's: Don't Rush into Finance

SOE's must ignore the incentives to enter the financial industry and focus on their core products.

Li Liming | 2007-05-09

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

The Color Revolution Should Continue

Agencies holding onto the Green GDP report should stop stalling its release lest public skepticism continue to grow and a poor precedent be set.

Editorial Staff | 2007-04-24