- On April 24th, domestic news includes steady social security reforms, new urban jobs, AEO enterprise benefits, and declining auto imports. Internationally, ceasefire negotiations in Gaza stall, South Korea's shadow banking stress warns investors, and Singapore's inflation cools.
- On April 23rd, China's 1-year and 5-year LPRs remained unchanged, while hydrogen energy vehicle promotion is expected to accelerate. PetroChina completed the world's first bio-jet fuel transaction, and water conservancy projects increased significantly. Internationally, the ECB plans to cut interest rates despite oil price uncertainty, South Korea faced a trade deficit, and extreme weather caused significant economic losses in Europe.
- On April 23rd, key updates include China's Q1 cross-border e-commerce growth of 9.6%, Shenzhen's record-breaking Q1 imports and exports, Liaoning's 5.4% GDP growth, and international developments such as Israel's limited attack on Iran and Argentina's NATO partnership application.
- On April 19th, China reported a Q1 trade surplus exceeding $60 billion, while Japan's food exports to China declined 33.6%. The U.S. Treasury acknowledged currency concerns from Japan and South Korea, and Fed's Mester advised caution on rate cuts. Domestic unemployment rates and monetary policy updates were also highlighted.
- On April 18th, key updates include China's support for Zhongguancun's tech industry, RMB depreciation below 7.1, and international news such as Iran's response to potential Israeli attacks, UK inflation, and currency pressures in Japan and the Philippines.
- China's Q1 GDP grew 5.3% YoY, with fixed asset investment increasing by 4.5%. Domestic focus includes industrial upgrades and EU investigation into medical device procurement. Internationally, UBS predicts a possible 6.5% Fed rate hike, and Rusal faces potential sales risks due to sanctions.
- On April 16th, key updates include China's new energy vehicle industry expansion, CITIC Securities' forecast on social finance growth, China-Australia trade increase, and Poland's historic renewable energy cuts. Citi Bank suggests gold and yen as hedges amid rising oil prices.
- On April 15th, key developments include talks between Chinese and French ministers, stabilization of RMB exchange rates, an increase in China's SME development index, and international news on ceasefire talks, UN membership applications, and Berkshire Hathaway's yen bond plans.
- On April 12th, domestic news includes reduced interest rates for small and medium-sized banks, stable medical insurance participation, and China leading in commodity barcode usage. Internationally, ADB forecasts strong Asia-Pacific growth, potential Fed rate cuts, and a 7% growth in the global wearable wristband market in 2024.
- On April 11th, China's deficit rate for 2024 is set at 3%, vehicle exports surged 37.9% YoY in March, and the EU launches an investigation into Chinese wind turbine suppliers. The Bank of Japan maintains its current monetary policy despite the weak yen, while the IAEA convenes an emergency meeting on the Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant attack.
- On April 10th, key developments included talks between Chinese and French officials, stabilization of the RMB exchange rate, and a 10% QoQ increase in global wafer foundry revenue. Additionally, Berkshire Hathaway plans to issue yen bonds post-BoJ rate hike.
- On April 9th, key developments include unified listings of China's financial regulatory branches, reduced deposit interest rates, and strengthened bilateral relations between Jordan and Palestine. Additionally, the international gold price hit a new high, and the Houthis claimed attacks on merchant ships and warships.
- On April 8th, key developments include China's push for clean energy, the start of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau's first underground gas storage, and a surge in semiconductor exports. Internationally, the UN urges peaceful resolution between Ecuador and Mexico, while the EU and US strengthen AI partnership.
- On April 7th, domestic news includes the National Energy Administration's efforts to support incremental power distribution businesses and a projected 5.1% GDP growth in Q2. Internationally, the pound hovers near a four-month low, and South Korea sees record FDI growth.
- On April 3rd, domestic and international economic news includes China's Q2 GDP growth forecast, increased internet business revenue, and global currency trends. Domestic policies aim to support incremental power distribution and AI development. Internationally, the pound nears a four-month low, South Korea sees record FDI, and the rupiah hits a four-year low.