The two biggest foreign holders of U.S. debt have their own complicated reasons for buying fewer Treasurys.

Base Media and iQiyi see potential for a creative edge in a competitive market. But U.S. clients worry about copyright infringement.

Deflation has led to lost revenue for companies, layoffs, and decreased consumer spending.

Adam Posen of the Peterson Institute says that implementation of the zero-COVID policies made people feel “very insecure.”

China’s government is making employers pay more into its social welfare system, just as the economy is stalling.

China is the world’s top exporter, and its trade data is a barometer for consumer spending around the world.

After China lifted its zero-COVID policy, economists expected the economy to come roaring back. That hasn’t quite happened.

A new report from the International Energy Agency shows global demand for coal reached a record level in 2022 — and it’s not likely to go down any time soon.

Chinese officials have pushed for young entrepreneurs to return and revitalize the countryside, but the task is complex.

There is a longstanding debate about whether the data is accurate. Some are skeptical of government officials’ projections of 5% growth.