China’s general public budget revenue down 2.7% in Jan-April

Chinese 100 yuan banknotes are seen in a counting machine at a bank in Beijing. [Photo/Agencies] BEIJING – China’s general public budget revenue dropped 2.7 percent year-on-year to 8.09 trillion yuan ($1.14 trillion) in the first four months of 2024, according to the Ministry of Finance. The central government collected 3.53 trillion yuan in revenue, … Continue reading China’s general public budget revenue down 2.7% in Jan-April

What’s special about China’s ultra-long special treasury bonds

BEIJING – With the issuance of the year’s first batch of its 1-trillion-yuan ($141 billion) ultra-long special treasury bonds, China has moved to leverage the rarely-used fiscal policy to consolidate growth momentum from a long-term perspective. As Premier Li Qiang noted, the move aims to support the implementation of major national strategies and build up … Continue reading What’s special about China’s ultra-long special treasury bonds

De Beers Group CEO: China is resilient, just like diamond

Selecting China to open the most stores in its global portfolio, London-based diamond company De Beers Group is ambitious to open 10 more stores in the country because of China’s resilient economy, growing middle income group, as well as the country’s huge business potential, said its top executive. “Today…China is the second most important market … Continue reading De Beers Group CEO: China is resilient, just like diamond

MNCs show confidence in Tianjin with investments

A glance at a production line of FAW-Volkswagen in Tianjin. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] A surge in foreign investment recorded in the coastal city of Tianjin reflects the confidence of multinational corporations in the Chinese market, officials and experts said. On Wednesday, US-based pet food company Mars and Sino-German joint venture FAW-Volkswagen announced new investments … Continue reading MNCs show confidence in Tianjin with investments

Horizon Robotics revving up smart vehicle ops

Visitors gather at the booth of Horizon Robotics during an automobile expo in Shanghai in April 2023. [Photo/China Daily] Horizon Robotics, a Chinese provider of intelligent driving technologies to major automakers like Volkswagen and BYD, is stepping up its push to tap into the burgeoning market for intelligent vehicles. “We strive to empower every passenger … Continue reading Horizon Robotics revving up smart vehicle ops

BOE betting on cutting-edge products

A view of the booth of BOE Technology Group Co Ltd at the Display Week 2024 exhibition in San Jose, the United States. [Photo/China Daily] Chinese display panel maker BOE Technology Group Co Ltd is doubling down on new-generation semiconductor display and the internet of things technologies, as the company aims to leverage digital technologies … Continue reading BOE betting on cutting-edge products

Mindfulness and Well-being in the Workplace: Strategies for Entrepreneurs

In today’s fast-paced business world, where the pressure to perform can often lead to burnout and stress, the importance of mindfulness and well-being has never been more prominent. Entrepreneurs, often at the helm of navigating business uncertainties and challenges, are particularly vulnerable to the stresses that come with managing a startup or a growing business. … Continue reading Mindfulness and Well-being in the Workplace: Strategies for Entrepreneurs

Risk appetite strengthens upbeat mood

A billboard in Shanghai shows the level of the Shanghai Composite Index. [Photo/VCG] Upbeat sentiment marks the A-share market as investors’ risk appetite has further recovered amid the recently introduced stimulative policies and improving macroeconomic indicators, said experts. On Monday, the benchmark Shanghai Composite Index added 0.54 percent to close at 3171.15 points, its highest … Continue reading Risk appetite strengthens upbeat mood

Explore the Leading Express Checkout: Shop Pay

This cutting-edge solution enables users to store their email addresses, credit card details, and shipping/billing information effortlessly, streamlining the checkout process for unparalleled speed and convenience. Activating Shop Pay presents a checkout option and delivers a smooth and efficient experience, particularly for customers who have embraced Shop Pay on any Shopify store. Uncover Shop Pay’s … Continue reading Explore the Leading Express Checkout: Shop Pay

China optimizes financial resources to benefit the people’s livelihoods

Chinese 100 yuan banknotes are seen in a counting machine at a bank in Beijing, China. [Photo/Agencies] China has strived to optimize the allocation of its financial resources over the past four months so as to better support critical national strategic tasks and guarantee people’s basic livelihoods, data from the Ministry of Finance showed on … Continue reading China optimizes financial resources to benefit the people’s livelihoods