China's economy is expected to improve next year as many other economies slow

China's zero-COVID policy has been a drag on economic activity, property markets and popular sentiment in China and we expect a gradual reopening to start later this year. Thus, China's economy is expected to grow next year as the rest of the world deals with persistent inflation, an energy crisis and what's likely to be a global recession. Winnie joins us to discuss how the reopening will drive demand for discretionary products and services over staples. She also provides an update on China's regulatory crackdown of the internet sector, how the goal of an innovation-driven economy will be impacted by escalating geopolitical tensions with the US and will address the outlook for equities next year.

 

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