Towering success

2011-11-25 08:56

Huaxi village turns to new pastures for profit as old avenues start losing sheen.

Quotable

2011-11-25 07:34

"The real estate bubble has exploded."

IN BRIEF

2011-11-25 07:34

A little Utopia of their own

2011-11-25 07:34

Even as many Chinese millionaires are scouting for investment and immigration opportunities overseas, many like Zhao Yougao are returning to their village in Huaxi.

New name, same game

2011-11-25 07:34

People waiting for the subway in Shanghai may notice new posters displaying a computer mouse clicking on the address "z.cn".

ASB chairman seeks bigger, global role

2011-11-18 11:22

Yuan Xin sets out his strategic vision for the international telecommunications market.

A slice of paradise for sale

2011-11-18 11:17

German company hopes to sell or lease islands to wealthy Chinese customers.

Gearing up for the big time

2011-11-18 11:14

Swedish machinery maker atlas copco is banking on its expansion in China.

Rooms with a view

2011-11-18 11:09

Since the 2008 olympics, modernized inns are taking the place of traditional B&Bs in the hutongs of houhai.

The little mark that says: This really is a gem

2011-11-18 11:03

De beers hopes to score big with forevermark.

On the rocks

2011-11-18 08:53

Jewelers spruce up offerings as lasting popularity fuels demand surge.

Beauty is now on the screen of the beholder

2011-11-18 08:53

Online jewelers give shops with windows a run for their money.

Basking in old glory

2011-11-18 08:53

Shichahai looks to the past for the future.

Quotable

2011-11-18 07:42

"China's banks and financial sector are healthy, but there are vulnerabilities that should be addressed by the authorities."

IN BRIEF

2011-11-18 07:42

The fast food chain McDonald's Corp says it has not signed any deals with group-purchase companies following the discovery of discounts for its products being sold on one of China's most popular group-buying websites.

Rich splendor of earlier era

2011-11-18 07:42

When Pei Wu decided to convert the three courtyards he owned near the Houhai Lake in Beijing into a hotel and restaurant complex in 2000, he had no idea how it needed to be done.

Drug research programs attract private equity

2011-11-18 07:42

Is Ni Jian on something, or is he onto something? It's just that the mere mention of drugs research seems to bring a beatific smile to his face.

Dip in sales may be industry's sliver lining

2011-11-11 11:11

Innovation, new management skills pursued by companies.

Whiskey hopes to dent baijiu pie

2011-11-11 11:11

Makers and distributors of Scotland's national drink have optimism on growth prospects.

The gene that puts more beef and milk on the table

2011-11-11 11:11

A German-Chinese breeding project is aimed at lifting production.