HSBC is optimistic about China's economic turnaround, thanks to recent government measures. Two stocks they're eyeing for 2025 are KE Holdings and Hongfa Technology. KE Holdings, a real estate player, might see a big boost if the property market rebounds. HSBC thinks its stocks could jump by over 70
Have you ever wondered how often women in China change their sanitary pads? A recent study set out to answer this question by looking at the habits of women in 28 different cities across the country. The study aimed to shed light on the frequency of pad changes and identify the key factors influenci
Ever wondered how technology affects the way migrants in China access basic healthcare? Let's dive into that. The Chinese government has been pushing for digital transformation in public services, including healthcare. This is a big deal for migrants who often face barriers to getting the healthcare
China's digital evolution has been significantly impacted by an unusual trait in its managers: overconfidence. During 2011-2022, researchers noticed that top managers who were a bit too sure of themselves actually drove deeper digital transformations within their companies. The key? They invested mo
Marriott International's CEO, Anthony Capuano, recently shared some good news. Despite laying off over 800 corporate workers, he believes the company's business is solid. The hotel chain's growth is looking up, with a 3% increase in worldwide revenue per available room (RevPar) in the third quarter.
As the United States prepares to welcome a new president, global leaders are looking for stability in their relationships with China. The outgoing US President, Joe Biden, has pledged not to let competition with China turn into conflict, while the incoming President, Donald Trump, has promised a mor
Land use changes in the hilly red soil region (HRSR) of Southern China, particularly in Jiangxi Province, are a hot topic. These changes can impact local ecosystem services (ESs) like habitat quality, soil conservation, and water yield. We studied three scenarios for 2035: nature development (ND), e
Last week, China showcased its advanced military technology at the Zhuhai Airshow. The event, held every two years, offers a rare glimpse into China’s military and industrial prowess. Experts see this as China’s attempt to match the U. S. in military capabilities, highlighting their efforts to moder
The Philippines and the United States have signed an important deal to share secret military information. This deal, signed on November 18, 2024, lets the two countries exchange top-secret details about their military plans and technology. The US Defense Secretary, Lloyd Austin, and the Philippine D
You might have heard that China has a big plan. They’re thinking about giving local governments some cash early for big projects. This money comes in the form of special bonds. Normally, the government decides how much debt these local folks can take on in the fourth quarter. But this time, they mig
