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MofCom restricts battery cathode, gallium extraction tech exports
The commerce ministry (MofCom) has officially expanded its list of critical technology export restrictions. We've been awaiting this update, published Tuesday, since a draft version circulated in January. Brace yourself: It's as bad as feared. First, it formalizes export licensing… Read More »

Property sector slump worsens in June
The property sector continued its decline in June. According to data released by the stats bureau (NBS) on Tuesday: New real estate investment slumped 12.9% y/y last month, accelerating from May’s 12.0% decline New developer funding – a key indicator… Read More »

Home prices fall at faster pace in June
The stats bureau’s (NBS) home price survey for June, released Tuesday, paints a bleak picture of homebuyer confidence. The headlines: New home prices fell 0.27% m/m, a faster decline than May (-0.22%) and April (-0.12%). Prices fell in 56 of… Read More »