PODCAST: China takes global car export crown, and Geely takes a spin with Aston Martin
China officially passes Japan as the world’s biggest car exporter in the first quarter of this year. Will Chinese EVs follow down the same road as its solar panels to dominate the global market? And Geely pays 234 million pounds to boost its stake in the renowned but struggling British sportscar maker Aston Martin. Does this mean we'll see James Bond driving a Geely Aston Martin in the next 007 movie?
CHINA BULLETIN: China Pumps Up Economy with Cash, But Nobody’s Borrowing
In this week’s issue China rediscovers Australian timber, Oppo ditches chip design and noodle maker Nissin finds savory flavor in falling flour prices. On a scale of 1 to 100, we give the week a 45 for offshore-listed China stocks.