Beijing Moves to Halt Below-Cost Car Sales as Price War Deepens Across China’s Auto Market

China’s market regulator has issued a clear warning to domestic carmakers, telling them to stop selling vehicles below production cost as authorities intensify efforts to rein in a prolonged and damaging price war in the world’s largest auto market. The new guidance signals

Trump Pauses China Tech Restrictions Ahead of Planned Summit With Xi

The Trump administration has paused several proposed technology restrictions targeting Chinese companies ahead of an expected summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in April, according to sources familiar with the matter. The move reflects an effort to preserve a

US and China Trade Barbs Over Peru’s Chinese-Backed Chancay Megaport

Tensions between Washington and Beijing have escalated over Peru’s Chinese backed Port of Chancay after a local court ruling limited the authority of Peru’s port regulator to oversee aspects of the facility’s operations. The decision has drawn sharp reactions from both powers, highlighting

Hasbro Surges on Digital Gaming Strength as Mattel Struggles With Toy Slowdown and Inventory Pressures

A widening strategic divide between Mattel and Hasbro became clear this week as investors delivered sharply different verdicts on the two toymakers’ 2026 outlooks. While both companies projected softer conditions ahead, Hasbro’s shares climbed strongly on the back of its expanding digital gaming

China Tightens Market Oversight to Guide a Steadier Equity Rally

China’s financial regulators are moving to cool overheated trading activity as stock markets extend a strong rally, signaling a clear preference for stability over rapid gains. As international investors gradually turn their attention back toward Chinese assets, policymakers are aiming to encourage a

French policy advisers urge EU to consider tariffs or weaker euro to counter rising Chinese competition

French government advisers are calling on the European Union to consider radical economic measures, including steep tariffs or a weaker euro, to counter what they describe as an accelerating wave of competitive pressure from China that threatens the core of Europe’s industrial base.

Anta Sets Its Sights on Nike and Adidas With Strategic Puma Stake

China’s largest sportswear company is accelerating its global ambitions after acquiring a significant stake in a European rival, a move that signals a direct challenge to industry leaders Nike and Adidas. Anta Sports has emerged as a serious international contender following its agreement

EU Raises Tariffs on Chinese Ceramic Tableware to 79% After Dumping Review

The European Union has approved a sharp increase in tariffs on ceramic tableware imported from China, escalating trade tensions as Brussels moves to shield domestic manufacturers from what it describes as unfair pricing practices. Following a detailed review of anti dumping measures that

European Firms Rethink China Supply Chains

More than 70 percent of European companies operating in China are reassessing their supply chain strategies as geopolitical tensions and policy uncertainty complicate long term planning, according to a new business survey. The findings suggest that confidence among foreign firms is being tested

Britain and China Signal Strategic Reset

Britain and China have signaled a reset in relations after high level talks in Beijing, as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called for a more pragmatic and sophisticated relationship with the world’s second largest economy. The visit marked the first by a British