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Predictably, it's anyone's guess

2013-02-22 09:33

For much of 2012, China's stock markets trended downward, though other major markets from around the world showed signs of growth. And although 2012 ended with a much-needed rebound, the outlook for this year is mixed at best.

Time to take the leap of reform

2013-02-22 09:33

A regulatory overhaul is the only thing that can bring order to China's stock market

Bulging middle

2013-02-08 09:05

China's emerging middle class is not just important to its own economy but is also a global phenomenon.

Demystifying the middle-class myths

2013-02-08 09:05

Sam Li, a senior manager with a US multinational company in Beijing, says the term middle class is a European and US concept that does not really apply in China.

Trade in the balance

2013-02-01 09:12

Tough times ahead for China's exports as global uncertainties continue.

Feeling the pinch

2013-02-01 09:12

More tough times seem to be in the offing for Chinese exporters associated with traditional manufacturing industries, as the uncertain global economic recovery has triggered increased risks like stiff competition in emerging markets and dwindling demand in developed markets.

Time to play the import card

2013-02-01 09:12

Even as the Chinese government came out with a better-than-anticipated economic report card for 2012, several industry experts expressed concerns over the flagging performance of the country's key growth indicators.

It's what comes in that matters

2013-02-01 09:12

China's trade fell shockingly short of its target in 2012, raising questions about the outlook for 2013 and what authorities must do to boost trade this year.

Success lies beyond borders

2013-02-01 09:12

China's foreign trade in 2013 should aim at both structural changes and growth

Swiss synergy

2013-01-25 09:30

Free trade agreement likely to create more market access opportunities for Chinese, Swiss businesses.

Building up the image

2013-01-25 09:30

The efforts of the Swiss people to forge strong relations with the outside world have deep-rooted links in culture and history, says Verena Weber, deputy head of Presence Switzerland, the agency responsible for promoting the image of Switzerland in overseas markets.

Waiting for the sun to shine again

2013-01-25 09:30

Restricting solar panel exports from China will only lead to higher product costs and derail the development of the clean energy sector if the European Union persists with its anti-dumping stance, experts say.

Making the right choices

2013-01-25 09:30

With imports and exports accounting for nearly half of Chinese economic output last year, trade has become an essential part of its economy and society.

Mutually beneficial partnership

2013-01-25 09:30

Free trade will help China, Switzerland unlock more opportunities

Risk and reward

2013-01-18 09:04

Private equity, venture capital firms scent rich pickings in China despite market turbulence.

Smooth sailing in rough seas

2013-01-18 09:04

Though he is the first Chinese player to make a mark in the French private equity industry, Cai Mingpo, the president of the Paris-based Cathay Capital Private Equity, says that to be successful it is important for companies to dive a little bit into the turbulent economic waters, but not get swept away by the current.

Power of the dream

2013-01-18 09:04

Hugo Shong, the founding general partner of private equity firm IDG Capital Partners and president of IDG Asia, says that successful PE investors are those who have the power to dream and the confidence to back their instincts.

Importance of differentiation

2013-01-18 09:04

The private equity industry has grown considerably in recent years with the total amount invested by these companies increasing from a few hundred millions dollars 10 years ago to $15 billion (11 billion euros) in 2011. It is estimated that more than two-thirds of funds raised in Asia last year were focused on China.

Daylight in China's gloomy PE sector

2013-01-18 09:04

boom has turned to bust, but there will be rewards for those who survive

Healthy waters

2013-01-11 09:40

China banks on blue economy to build sustainable, strong maritime future.

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