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China debt-to-GDP gap hits 30.1% Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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China debt-to-GDP gap hits 30.1%

China’s large debt is growing and posing a risk to the global economy, according to data from the Bank for International Settlements (BIS). BIS measures the credit-to-GDP gap, defined as the difference between the credit-to-GDP ratio (corporate and household debt) “and its long-run trend.” The BIS says the measure is “a useful early warning indicator […]

By Staff |September 19, 2016

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Volatility increasing in emerging markets Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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Volatility increasing in emerging markets

Emerging markets have been slowing for more than five years, largely due to China’s economic struggle.

By Sarah Cunningham-Scharf |April 28, 2016

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Why China’s domestic brands are thriving Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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Why China’s domestic brands are thriving

As China rebalances its economy, its domestic consumer brands will blossom.

By Kanupriya Vashisht |February 16, 2016

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The story behind China’s weakening currency Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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The story behind China’s weakening currency

China’s currency fluctuation has been driven by interest rates and market sentiment, and we may see further weakness.

By Kanupriya Vashisht |February 4, 2016

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