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China insurers lift premiums 6.2% as claims rise 7.5% in Q1 2026
China insurers lift premiums 6.2% as claims rise 7.5% in Q1 2026
New insurance policies climbed 29% to 32.1 billion during the quarter
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Telecoms turn AI into metered service for businesses
Operators bundle computing power with connectivity to tap enterprise demand.
Drone deliveries carve out premium niche in China retail
Companies target speed and convenience instead of replacing traditional couriers.
China life insurers slash guaranteed payout risk
Participating policies share company profits with customers instead of relying only on fixed promises.
China manufacturing PMI beats forecast at 50.3 in June
Export orders returned to expansion at 50.1 as purchase price inflation slowed.
MINISO pushes deeper into creator economy with Shanghai gallery
The retailer plans expansions to Hong Kong, Beijing, Tokyo, Paris, and New York.
US, China lead luxury demand as market heads to $700b
Emotional connection overtakes status as a key purchase driver.
A+H dual listings signal China healthcare’s shift toward global expansion
Hong Kong serves as a key platform for global capital access.
China mobile giants pivot to AI tokens as data model weakens
The telecom firms are exploring AI metering as connectivity revenue shifts.
China’s new supply chain rules raise conflict-of-law risks for UK, EU firms
Firms may be caught between local restrictions and Western compliance demands.
China healthcare sector hit by regulation, biotech uncertainty
The sector stayed Overweight, supported by innovation and global deal activity.
Chinese e-commerce firms turn to drones amidst intense competition
Companies are using drones to improve speed and efficiency.
China ports pass stress test with about 30% throughput buffer
The stress tests showed ports hold financial stability under sharp volume decline.
China ousts western rivals from global top five wind suppliers
In China, wind turbine manufacturers installed 18,291 units in 2025.
China’s manufacturing PMI holds at 50.3 in April as costs stay elevated
New export orders climbed whilst domestic demand indicators weaken across industries.
China manufacturing PMI steady at 50.3 as exports rise
Factory activity settled higher than expected.
China drives 76% of coal mine methane emissions
Ember says global emissions remain steady.
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