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Tencent Holdings released the Next Day Disclosure Report on share repurchase

BlackRock's Long Position in Meituan-W Decreases to 5.89%

China's Auto Patents Surge, BYD's Quarterly R&D Expenses Exceed 10 Billion Yuan

BYD launches three new energy vehicles in Bangladesh

Bank of China and Singapore Exchange Sign MOU to Deepen Financial Cooperation

J.P. Morgan maintains 'Buy' rating on Alibaba with a price target of $205

Goldman Sachs reiterates 'Buy' rating on Tencent, encouraged by progress in its AI strategy

Tencent, CATL, and others join a new climate coalition to boost carbon credit demand

BYD Executive Responds to Doubts Over Singular Battery Technology Route, Stating Multiple Routes Are Being Developed Simultaneously

Xiaomi's High-Strength Die-Cast Aluminum-Silicon Alloy Wins First-Class Industry Science and Technology Award

BYD launches new intelligent in-car radio with off-grid communication support

Alibaba's Qwen Large Model to Receive a Major Upgrade

Xiaomi Officially Kicks Off its 2026 '618' Shopping Festival Promotion

BYD's Fang Cheng Bao 'Leopard' Smart Charging Pile Relaunched

Bank Wealth Management Subsidiaries Accelerate Equity Market Entry, Highlighting IPO and Net Subscription Performance

Xiaomi to Launch 17T Series Smartphones for Overseas Markets on May 28

Profund Advisors LLC Reduces Stake in Alibaba

Xiaomi EV Reportedly Taps New Battery Suppliers for Second Brand to Optimize Supply Chain

Media focuses on controversy surrounding Meituan due to platform management issues

CCB Asia Extends Hours During Golden Week, New Accounts Surge 10-Fold Highlighting Cross-border Strength

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Moonshot AI, the Chinese AI unicorn, plans to dismantle its offshore structure to facilitate an IPO in Hong Kong. The company aims to remove its variable interest entity (VIE) structure amid increased scrutiny from the China Securities Regulatory Commission. This move reflects a broader trend as other Chinese firms also restructure to comply with regulatory pressures. Despite challenges, investor interest in Chinese AI start-ups remains strong, with Moonshot recently raising $2 billion, boosting its valuation to over $20 billion.

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TENCENT has launched the public beta of its AI design agent platform, Ardot, which generates editable design drafts from natural language interface requirements. The platform supports real-time collaboration, comments, and version comparison, and includes an intelligent permission center. A WeChat Mini Program for Ardot will be available soon.

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The recent summit between U.S. President Trump and China's Xi Jinping aimed to ease geopolitical risks but yielded no significant breakthroughs on trade or the Iran conflict. While the summit may stabilize investor perceptions, concerns linger over China's economic slowdown and ongoing Middle East tensions. The Chinese yuan weakened, and market reactions were muted, reflecting cautious investor sentiment. Analysts suggest that without clear progress on key issues, the summit may be viewed as a non-event, potentially impacting oil prices and inflation expectations.

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China's thermal-power generation increased by 3.1% in April, despite a 1% decline in coal production, as the country faces energy challenges due to the Iran war. Domestic thermal coal prices rose 23% this year, prompting power plants to stock up for summer demand. However, renewable energy sources like wind and nuclear saw decreased output, raising concerns about the country's energy transition. The government may consider price caps if coal prices continue to rise.

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China's consumer spending and factory output grew at their slowest pace in years, with retail sales increasing by just 0.2% in April, missing forecasts. Industrial production rose 4.1% year-on-year, the slowest since July 2023. Analysts warn of a bifurcated growth model, with weak domestic demand and strong exports. Despite challenges, some experts believe China's economy will remain resilient this year, supported by external demand and a recovering electronics sector.

- In April, China's retail sales grew by only 0.2%, the weakest increase since December 2022, highlighting challenges in boosting domestic activity.  
- Industrial production also fell short of expectations, rising just 4.1% year-over-year, with economists stressing the ongoing imbalance of strong supply and weak demand.  
- Despite domestic consumption struggles, exports surged, contributing significantly to the economy, as China aims for a growth target of 4.5% to 5% this year.

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China's April consumption, factory output growth slowest in years

China's economic data for April shows mixed results, with retail and industrial production improving, while property investment continues to decline. House prices are expected to remain in a slump. The report includes prior results and consensus median expectations.

- China is expected to release mixed data, indicating improvements in retail and industrial production, while real estate investment shows a decline.  
- Housing price data is projected to continue its downward trend.  
- The leftmost column records the data in Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), with the rightmost column showing the "previous value" from the last month/quarter and nearby numbers representing the market consensus median expectations.

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Economic and event calendar in Asia Monday, May 18, 2026 - Chinese April data

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China's stock markets lure global investors with growth potential and low valuations, but they are fraught with risks from government control, political instability, and abrupt regulatory changes. This video examines the complexities of investing in China and highlights why many investors feel the risks outweigh the rewards.

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U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a trade agreement with China during a meeting with President Xi Jinping in Beijing. This announcement marks a significant step in U.S.-China trade relations and occurred on the final day of Trump's three-day state visit to China.

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Jefferies reported that China's credit growth slowed to 7.8% YoY in April, impacted by weak mortgage demand and subdued corporate borrowing, despite strong government borrowing. The manufacturing PMI rose to 51.3, indicating expansion driven by exports. Overall, China's economic performance remains weak, with early signs of recovery, but significant demand growth acceleration is not expected soon. A US-China trade agreement and reduced US-Iran tensions could help.

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Jefferies: China's Apr Credit Growth Momentum Further Slows

China's digital industry experienced accelerated growth in Q1 2023, with revenue rising 13% to CNY9.5 trillion. The top 10 regions contributed 83% of total revenue, while profits surged 23.6% to CNY737.8 billion. The electronics and information manufacturing sector outperformed, with a 14% increase in value-added output. Telecom services grew 8.3%, and software revenue rose 12%. The digital sector is crucial for the digital economy, encompassing various technology-related fields.

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China's Digital Industry Grows Faster in First Quarter

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