China of Tomorrow

This week on China of Tomorrow, Liqian Ren breaks down the latest in U.S.-China tensions from tariff escalations and tech carve-outs to delisting risks and shifting investor sentiment. As markets weigh the potential for a near-term deal, she cuts through the noise with clear analysis on what's driving the headlines, where the pressure points lie, and how capital markets are adapting.

What do tariffs, tech, and Taiwan mean for your portfolio? This week on China of Tomorrow, Liqian Ren unpacks the latest developments between the U.S. and China—from market volatility and currency shifts to the broader investment landscape.

This week on China of Tomorrow, Liqian Ren unpacks the latest trends in U.S. and Chinese retail sales, the impact of U.S.-China relations on investment strategies, and continued decline in China’s housing market. Liqian also explores shifting policies aimed at stimulating demand and the resilience of Chinese consumers amid economic challenges – while addressing the broader geopolitical competition shaping these dynamics.

This week on China of Tomorrow, Liqian Ren discusses the emergence of DeepSeek, a generative AI platform developed by a quantitative trading firm, and its implications for Chinese technology and equity markets. Listen now to learn more about the advancements in AI and biotech in China, the macroeconomic environment affecting the equity landscape, and the rising significance of Hangzhou as a tech hub.  

This week on China of Tomorrow, Liqian Ren continues the discussion on U.S.-China trade relations amid President Trump’s inauguration. From tariff implications and trade policy shifts to the TikTok controversy and China’s economic outlook, Liqian breaks down the market impacts of evolving domestic and international dynamics.

This week on China of Tomorrow, Liqian Ren examines China’s 2025 economic landscape, from civil servant wage hikes and US sanctions to challenges like low fertility rates and local governance. Listen now to learn how the latest policy shifts and market volatility are reshaping perceptions of Chinese products and investment opportunities.

This week on China of Tomorrow, Liqian Ren breaks down what's happening with China's economy and what the latest U.S. tariffs could mean for the markets. Liqian also dives into the ongoing trade tensions between the two countries and shares potential solutions for investors and advisors on how to navigate the current economic climate.

With China’s recent stimulus package falling short of market expectations, questions arise about its potential to spark real economic recovery. This week on China of Tomorrow, Liqian Ren covers why investors remain skeptical, unpacking the nuances of China’s debt restructuring approach and its potential implications for growth.

This week on China of Tomorrow, Liqian Ren provides an analysis of China's equity market dynamics, highlighting the impact of US policies on China's economy, including the Fed’s influence on monetary policy. Liqian also offers insights into China's economic strategies and geopolitical considerations involving China, India, and the US, underscoring the potential benefits of maintaining some exposure to China in a portfolio.

During this week’s episode of China of Tomorrow, Liqian Ren discusses the recent retail-driven rally in China's market, driven by significant stimulus policies from the People's Bank of China (PBOC) and other financial regulators. Liqian also covers the implications of these policies for investors, the challenges of shorting the market and the overall economic sentiment in China amidst the current volatility.

What should EM investors know about China’s economy? This week on China of Tomorrow, Liqian Ren discusses the speculation surrounding rumors of President Xi's absence from headlines, key factors in China's stimulus approach and how to navigate the risk-reward tightrope in Chinese equities.

Although there’s no significant policy initiatives, short-term stimulus measures are expected to be implemented to meet the 5% growth target at China's third plenum meeting of the Central Committee of the Communist Party. This week on the China of Tomorrow podcast, Liqian Ren covers the political meeting, as well as the PBOC’s reduced short-term interest rates and impact on overall market sentiment.

China’s central bank, PBOC, raised some rates by a few basis points in an economic slowdown, by promising to short the government bonds if its yield falls too much. This week on the China of Tomorrow podcast, Liqian Ren discusses why this unconventional policy was actually somewhat expected under China’s political set up.