The country’s leadership is shifting policy to combat weak demand, external pressures and sluggish recovery.

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Four Things to Know About China’s 2025 Economic Outlook

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Beijing’s latest support package targets years of off-book borrowing and growing fiscal challenges

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In Depth: China’s Multitrillion-Dollar Salve for Local Government Hidden Debt

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Chinese insurers face increased volatility in key financial metrics as they adopt international accounting standards aimed at enhancing transparency

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In Depth: China’s Insurers Prepare to Shine a Light Into Their Financial Black Box

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The German auto giants were late to adapt to the shift to EVs and failed to recognize how competitive the Chinese market had become, industry insiders say

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In Depth: How BMW, Audi and Mercedes Ended Up Also-Rans in China

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The British pharmaceutical giant falsified patient test results to secure insurance coverage for its cancer drug in an effort to boost sales, but the alleged misconduct ended up benefiting some patients.

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Cover Story: How AstraZeneca’s China Fraud Was About More Than Greed

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Exploring the drive for quick returns among China’s state investors and how it contrasts with the country’s push for long-term investment in high-tech.

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In Depth: Impatient State Investors Hamstring Drive for ‘Patient Capital’ to Lead Growth

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Breaking down the country’s third-quarter GDP growth and what comes next.

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China’s Third-Quarter GDP Rises 4.6%, Beating Expectations

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The impact of Beijing’s two-pronged approach on the country’s economic fundamentals remains to be seen.

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China’s Fresh Stimulus Targets Property and Stock Market Challenges

China Unveils Fiscal Stimulus Targeting Property Market, Local Government Debt

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Ex-Taoist monk Sui Guangyi claimed to make investments by aligning heaven, earth and humanity. His company’s 2018 gala even featured former national leaders like Nicolas Sarkozy and Kevin Rudd. But now, investors are left waiting to get their money back.

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In Depth: Investment Guru’s Supernatural Powers Haven’t Made His Followers Whole

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Notes:

• For brevity, “PwC China” in this podcast refers to PwC’s Chinese mainland affiliate, PwC Zhong Tian LLP. Likewise, “Evergrande” refers to the primary mainland subsidiary of China Evergrande Group, Hengda Real Estate Group Co. Ltd.
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