Bulls and Dragons
Positive inflation data was released in the US. Chinese stock markets reopened with strong enthusiasm.
Tom J. Espel
Turmoil Ahead
An escalation in the Middle East triggers volatility in global markets. Hong Kong stocks up on positive sentiment.
Tokyo Story
Ishiba was selected as the new Prime Minister in Japan. China introduces a large stimulus package.
Time to Cut
The Fed cut the US interest rates by 50bp, prompting a positive reaction in the market. The new Japanese PM will be chosen next week.
Waiting for Jerome
Markets globally held their breath pending the highly anticipated Fed decision next week, and the ECB cut its rates as expected.
Trained in China: China's next export is not high-tech, it's services
We must revisit our approach to Chinese brands, from goods to service providers.