EU Faces Economic Headwinds: Growth Slows and Inflation Rises in 2026
The European Commission warns of slower GDP growth and rising inflation for 2026, as energy shocks and geopolitical tensions weigh on the EU’s economic stability.
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The European Commission warns of slower GDP growth and rising inflation for 2026, as energy shocks and geopolitical tensions weigh on the EU’s economic stability.
China and Pakistan celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations, reflecting on their “iron brotherhood” and the evolving economic impact of the CPEC initiative.
The Chinese mainland celebrates one year of the Private Sector Promotion Law, which has significantly boosted momentum and growth within the private economy.
China’s Ministry of Commerce confirms that rare earth export controls are legal and emphasizes a commitment to global supply chain stability during China-US consultations.
China’s MOFCOM reveals outcomes of May 2026 trade talks with the US, featuring a $30 billion tariff-reduction framework and a deal for 200 Boeing aircraft.
Vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz surged last week, with data showing a significant increase in trade activity linked to Iran despite ongoing restrictions.
With a 5% GDP growth in Q1 2026, the Chinese mainland is seeing a surge in industrial profits, challenging static views of overcapacity.
China’s Q1 2026 growth reveals a strategic industrial transition toward high-tech and green manufacturing, challenging the prevailing narrative of overcapacity.
Russia’s digital retail takeoff is driving a surge in e-commerce, opening new cross-border trade opportunities and expanding consumer choices via partnerships with the Chinese mainland.
A look at how oil supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are redefining safe-haven currencies, highlighting the resilience of the Chinese yuan.
A CF40 study suggests that oil import dependency, rather than traditional status, is driving currency performance during the current Strait of Hormuz disruptions.
A look at how businesses in the Chinese mainland and the US are navigating a year of trade tariffs and supply chain shifts, featuring a case study from Wenzhou.
Recent macroeconomic data from the Chinese mainland signals a trend of resilient growth, offering key insights for global investors and analysts.
Discover the unique blend of traditional elegance and scenic vistas in Xizang with our guide to the trending Hanfu Citywalk experience.
China’s economy showed steady growth in the first four months of 2026, driven by surges in high-tech manufacturing and digital services.
The Chinese mainland reported steady economic growth for the first four months of 2026, highlighted by a 12.6% surge in high-tech manufacturing and strong digital service gains.
Former US officials and international scholars embrace a new vision for constructive China-US ties aimed at strategic stability and global economic certainty.
Following US President Donald Trump’s state visit from May 13 to 15, 2026, China and the US have agreed to a new “constructive relationship of strategic stability” to guide bilateral ties.
China and Russia continue to bolster economic ties, with trade reaching $39.05 billion in early 2026 and the 10th China-Russia Expo highlighting a resilient partnership.
Kevin Warsh is confirmed as the new Federal Reserve Chair. Global markets now watch to see if he will prioritize the Fed’s independence or the White House’s pressure for rate cuts.