Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Holdings, Inc.

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China created 2.99 million new urban jobs in Q1 2026, maintaining an unemployment rate of 5.3%, as reported by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security. This performance aligns with Beijing's target of 5.5% unemployment and over 12 million new jobs for the year. The government is focusing on supporting college graduates with job fairs and transportation for migrant workers. Meanwhile, the Shanghai Composite index decreased by 0.1% and the Shenzhen Component fell by 0.8%.

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Direxion CSI 300 China

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CITIC Securities Co., Ltd.

CAM CSI300

ISHARESCSI300

iShares MSCI China

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Fortune SG SSE 180 Value ETF

China’s Q1 urban job creation hits 2.99M as unemployment steadies at 5.3%

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Chinese stocks, particularly the CSI 300 Index, have shown resilience amid the recent oil shock, dropping only 3.1% since the US and Israel's attacks on Iran, outperforming global indices like the S&P 500 and Euro Stoxx 50. This shift is attributed to China's strong push towards renewable energy and electric vehicles, which has reduced reliance on oil. Analysts suggest that China's diversified import sources and strategic reserves position it well to handle the crisis, potentially benefiting its equity markets. The People's Bank of China has also pledged to support financial stability, further boosting market confidence.

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Xtrackers CSI300 Swap UCITS ETF Capitalisation 1C

Chinese stocks shake laggard image amid oil shock as green transition pays off

Iron ore prices have increased due to China's commitment to tackle overcapacity in its steel industry and its economic growth target for the next year. This strategic focus is expected to affect supply and demand dynamics, influencing international trade and economic forecasts. As the largest steel producer globally, China's actions are pivotal in shaping commodity markets, and analysts are watching these developments closely for their potential impact on global economic stability.

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UBS (IRL) MSCI China A SF £ has reported its net asset value (NAV) per share as of February 26, 2026, at 173.8865 USD. The fund, part of UBS ETFs plc, has a total of 906,173 shares in issue. This information is provided by RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange, which is approved by the Financial Conduct Authority.

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The IMF criticized China's economic policies for causing domestic waste and international damage, urging a shift to a consumption-led growth model. The report highlighted China's large current-account surplus and its adverse effects on trading partners. The IMF called for significant policy changes, including fiscal stimulus and structural reforms, to rebuild consumer confidence. It projected a GDP growth slowdown from 5% in 2025 to 4.5% in 2026, with concerns over deflation and reliance on net exports. China's representative disputed the IMF's estimates, emphasizing competitiveness and innovation as growth drivers.

- The International Monetary Fund criticized China's economic policies for causing waste and external damage, urging a shift towards consumption-led growth.  
- The report noted China's significant current-account surplus and its adverse effects on trading partners, and called for structural reforms and fiscal stimulus to rebuild consumer confidence.  
- The IMF projected a slowdown in China's GDP growth from 5 percent in 2025 to 4.5 percent in 2026, highlighting concerns over deflation and rising government debt exceeding 127 percent of GDP.

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IMF warns China’s economic policies causing waste at home, damage abroad

The Invesco S&P China A 300 Swap UCITS ETF reported a net asset value (NAV) per share of USD 6.8106 as of February 9, 2026, with a total of 2,313,020 shares in issue. This information is provided by RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange, which is approved by the Financial Conduct Authority.

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