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BUSINESSJul 31Elite company: the listed firms that were China’s most valuable before CXMTAfter soaring 466 per cent in its Shanghai trading debut on Monday, ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) became the most valuable company on mainland China’s stock market – the first semiconductor firm to hold the top spot in the market’s 35-year history. The state-backed maker of memory chips saw its market capitalisation surpass 4 trillion yuan (US$592 billion) on Friday amid a broader chip stock surge. It first ascended to the top of the list on Monday, ending its first trading day with a...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 31Tim Cook warns of slow Siri AI roll-out in China, worsening memory crisisApple is taking its first concrete steps to roll out initial artificial intelligence (AI) features in China, but CEO Tim Cook warned that a full integration of a revamped Siri AI there would take longer. Mainland Chinese consumers would first get a targeted suite of original Apple Intelligence capabilities, including the Clean Up photo-editing tool, which allows users to erase unwanted objects in photos, according to Cook. “We are working now through the roll-out of those, and there will be more...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 31Japan Retail Sales Add 0 . 5 % On Year In JuneJapan's retail sales increased by 0.5% year-on-year in June. This reflects a routine update on the nation's economic performance and consumer spending trends.finanznachrichten.de · Germany
BUSINESSJul 31South Korea Kospi index jumps more than 15 % on a surge of chipmaking stocksSouth Korea's Kospi index experienced a jump of over 15% due to a surge in chipmaking stocks. This indicates significant activity and growth in a key sector of the market.newsday.com · United States
BUSINESSJul 31China's factory activity unexpectedly contracts in July as export rush fadesChina's factory activity unexpectedly contracted in July, as the export rush that powered a second-quarter rebound began to unwind.CNBC
BUSINESSJul 31Revamped Huanggang checkpoint needs Hong Kong airport bus link, experts sayThe soon-to-open revamped Huanggang Port border crossing between Hong Kong and Shenzhen should include a public transport link to the city’s airport to leverage its proximity to a high-speed intercity rail network in mainland China, experts have said. While the government has said it will connect seven franchised bus routes and extend six minibus routes to the checkpoint, a tourism expert and a lawmaker have urged it to establish a bus service between Huanggang and Hong Kong International...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 30China’s exports feed the Global South’s industrial enginesA scaremongering narrative has taken root in Western corridors and financial press columns: China, having saturated developed markets, is now aiming to crush fragile industries in developing nations, effectively slamming the door on their industrial dreams. It is a convenient little tale. However, it does not hold up against empirical evidence. The premise assumes that China and the Global South are fighting over the same slice of the global consumption pie – cheap T-shirts, plastic sandals,...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 30China’s energy giant to boost Zamfara’s economy through renewable energyGovernor Lawal dialogued with the leadership of Chinese energy giant, GCL Group, regarding a solar power deal that is expected to transform Zamfara State's socio-economic potential The post China’s energy giant to boost Zamfara’s economy through renewable energy appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSJul 30China economy starts new five - year plan with resilience , new growth driversChina's economy has commenced a new five-year plan, demonstrating resilience and new drivers for growth. This indicates a strategic economic direction and positive outlook for the country's development.blueprint.ng · Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 30Unitree to launch IPO next week as US-China robotics rivalry intensifiesUnitree Robotics will launch its initial public offering in Shanghai next week, the firm announced late on Thursday, as China’s robotics start-ups race to go public amid an intense rivalry with their counterparts in the United States. The Hangzhou-based company plans to sell 40.45 million shares, or 10 per cent of its enlarged share capital. After the listing, Unitree founder Wang Xingxing and related parties will hold 31.29 per cent of the company’s shares and 65.31 per cent of its voting...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 30U . S . Backs Rare Earth Project in Madagascar to Counter China Dominance – NaturalNews . comThe U.S. is supporting a rare earth project in Madagascar to counteract China's dominance in the market.naturalnews.com · United States
BUSINESSJul 30Rising costs weigh on Japan summer outbound travelIncreasing expenses are reportedly impacting outbound travel plans for Japanese tourists during the summer season. This indicates a challenge for the tourism sector due to economic factors.ttgasia.com · China
BUSINESSJul 30Vande Bharat train fares lower than China, Japan and France, occupancy near 100%: Ashwini VaishnawIndian Express
BUSINESSJul 30Seoul extends losses as most Asian markets drop , oil rises againSeoul's market extended losses as other Asian markets also declined, while oil prices saw another increase. This indicates a challenging day for regional financial markets and a rise in energy costs.finance.yahoo.com · United States
BUSINESSJul 30Samsung reports record profit as South Korean chip giants benefit from global AI boomSouth Korean technology giant Samsung Electronics on Thursday reported a record operating profit of 89.5 trillion won ($62 billion) for the April-June period, a day after crosstown rival…Japan Today
BUSINESSJul 30Toyota's first-half sales and production slip as China, Middle East weighToyota reported a decline in its first-half sales and production. This dip is attributed to challenging market conditions in China and the Middle East.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJul 30Samsung profit jumps 1,814% as South Korean tech giants benefit from global AI boomOperating profit at Samsung’s semiconductor division rose to more than 220 times its year-earlier level. However, the company warned that memory chip shortages could worsen next year as AI infrastructure expands rapidly.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSJul 30Japan cuts fiscal 2026 economic growth outlook on higher oil prices - XinhuaJapan has revised down its economic growth outlook for fiscal year 2026. This adjustment is attributed to the impact of higher oil prices on the economy.english.news.cn
BUSINESSJul 30Oil jumps , Dow drops over 1 , 100 on AI stock slump | The Asahi Shimbun : Breaking News , Japan News and AnalysisOil prices increased while the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell significantly due to a slump in AI-related stocks. This reflects notable volatility in global financial markets.asahi.com · Japan
BUSINESSJul 30China threatens retaliation over US import ban on robots , power invertersChina has threatened retaliation following a US import ban on robots and power inverters. This highlights escalating trade tensions and potential economic repercussions between the two countries.arabnews.com · Saudi Arabia
BUSINESSJul 30Shared beds highlight economic squeeze for China youth | The Asahi Shimbun : Breaking News , Japan News and AnalysisShared sleeping arrangements among Chinese youth are indicative of economic pressures affecting the demographic. This trend highlights broader issues within China's economy and its impact on young people.asahi.com · Japan
BUSINESSJul 30China economy starts new five - year plan with resilience , new growth drivers -- Beijing ReviewChina's economy has begun a new five-year plan demonstrating resilience and new growth drivers. This indicates positive economic developments for the country.bjreview.com · China
BUSINESSJul 30How exposed is the UK economy to the second China shock?Less so than some of its G7 partners but not entirely immuneFinancial Times
BUSINESSJul 30Japan turns to Canadian crude as Asia feels Hormuz supply pinchJapan is sourcing Canadian crude oil as Asia experiences a squeeze in supply from Hormuz. This indicates a shift in international energy trade routes and supply dynamics.aljazeera.com · United States