China Vows Retaliation Against Trump’s New Tariffs 📉
China strongly criticized US tariffs on Chinese goods, warning of potential countermeasures and emphasizing that trade wars harm global economic interests.
Significant geopolitical trade tensions with potential broad market disruption, especially impacting global trade-dependent indices and international market exposures
Offshore Yuan Falls on Trump's Aggressive Tariffs 📉
US President Trump announced massive tariff increases on Chinese goods to 54%, with similar high tariffs on other global economies, potentially disrupting international trade and causing significant economic tension.
Substantial geopolitical trade escalation with potential widespread market disruption, especially impacting global indices and emerging markets
China's 10-Year Bond Yield Plunges to 1-Month Low 📉
US President Trump imposed massive tariffs on Chinese goods, raising total levies to 54%, which significantly escalates the trade conflict and threatens global trade dynamics.
Substantial geopolitical tension with potential widespread economic disruption, impacting global markets, trade flows, and investment sentiment
China Stocks Slip as Trump Raises Tariffs 📉
Chinese stock markets declined as US President Trump imposed a 34% reciprocal tariff on China, escalating trade tensions, while China conducted live-fire drills in the Taiwan Strait, further increasing geopolitical uncertainty.
Significant geopolitical and trade tensions with potential broad market implications, especially for emerging markets and technology sectors
China Composite PMI Rises to 4-Month High 📈
China's Caixin Composite PMI rose to 51.8 in March 2025, indicating continued private sector growth with strong manufacturing and service sector expansion, driven by new business and export orders.
Signals robust economic activity in China, which could positively influence emerging markets and global economic sentiment
China Services Growth Hits 3-Month High ℹ️
China's services sector showed robust growth in March 2025, with the Caixin Services PMI rising to 51.9, driven by increased domestic demand, while employment declined and business sentiment remained cautious.
Moderate economic signal with mixed indicators suggesting potential market stability and cautious growth in emerging markets
China Unveils First Green Sovereign Bond, Targets London Listing ℹ️
China launches its first green sovereign bond offering of up to CNY 6 billion, with 3-year and 5-year maturities, to be listed in London and reflecting its commitment to sustainable finance and decarbonization.
Moderate potential impact on global markets, signaling China's green finance strategy and international financial engagement
China Stocks Extend Gains for Second Session ℹ️
The Shanghai Composite index rose 0.3% amid potential US tariff discussions, with strong manufacturing data suggesting resilient external demand for Chinese stocks.
Mixed signals of trade tensions and manufacturing strength create moderate market uncertainty affecting global market indices
China Current Account Surplus Largest on Record ℹ️
China's current account surplus expanded significantly in Q4 2024 to $163.8 billion, marking the largest quarterly surplus on record, driven by strong export performance and a narrowing services deficit.
Broad macroeconomic data with potential implications for global trade dynamics and emerging market investments, but not directly disruptive to portfolio positioning
Offshore Yuan Falls Despite Upbeat PMI Data ℹ️
The offshore yuan weakened to 7.27 per dollar amid trade tensions, while China's manufacturing and composite PMI data showed positive growth and regional trade collaboration efforts are underway.
Mixed economic signals with potential global trade implications affecting market sentiment and currency valuations
China Stocks Gain Amid Strong PMI Data 📈
Chinese stock markets rose on positive manufacturing activity data, with the Shanghai Composite increasing 0.6% and growth-oriented stocks showing strong performance, despite ongoing trade tensions with the US.
Manufacturing expansion signals potential economic resilience, which could benefit emerging market and global market exposures
China Manufacturing Growth Hits 4-Month High 📈
China's Manufacturing PMI rose to 51.2 in March 2025, indicating expansion with accelerating output, growing new orders, and improved foreign sales, while experiencing reduced input costs and weakened business confidence.
Signals potential economic recovery and improved manufacturing conditions in China, which could positively influence global market sentiment and emerging market investments
China Stocks Slip Ahead of New US Tariffs 📉
Chinese stock markets declined amid ongoing trade tensions with the US, despite positive manufacturing and services sector PMI data showing economic recovery signs.
Trade tensions and potential tariffs create market uncertainty, impacting global market indices and technology sectors
Offshore Yuan Rises on Upbeat PMI Data 📈
China's economic indicators show positive momentum with rising PMI data, service sector growth, and a planned 500 billion yuan injection into state banks, while regional Asian countries prepare for potential trade challenges.
Strong economic signals from China suggest potential market recovery and increased investor confidence, with implications for emerging markets and regional trade dynamics
China Factory Activity Growth Hits 1-Year High 📈
China's Manufacturing PMI rose to 50.5 in March 2025, indicating continued economic expansion with increased production and new orders, supported by government stimulus measures.
Moderate positive economic signal with potential implications for global market indices and emerging market investments
China’s Composite PMI Reaches 3-Month High 📈
China's Composite PMI Output Index increased to 51.4 in March 2025, with both Manufacturing and Non-Manufacturing PMI showing expansion and reaching multi-month highs.
Indicates improving economic conditions in China, which could positively impact global markets and emerging market investments
China Services Sector Growth Hits 3-Month High 📈
China's Non-Manufacturing PMI improved in March 2025, rising to 50.8 with increased new orders and business activity expectations, suggesting a gradual economic recovery in the service sector.
Moderate positive economic signal from China with potential implications for global market sentiment and emerging market investments
China Stocks Decline Amid Tariff Concerns 📉
Chinese stock markets declined due to anticipated US tariffs, weak economic outlook, and lack of policy support, with major indexes falling and key stocks experiencing losses.
Trade tensions and economic uncertainty impact global market sentiment, particularly affecting emerging markets and potentially influencing broader market indices