Alibaba's Ma: Compensation talks ongoing

2011-06-15 10:19:10

Jack Ma, founder and chief executive of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd, said compensation negotiations between the management and Yahoo Inc and Softbank Corp are still going on, and he declined to say when they might be completed.

Showbiz market expected to grow to $96b

2011-06-15 09:49:40

China is expected to overtake Germany this year to become the world's third-largest entertainment and media market with spending hitting $96 billion, according to a PwC report.

Developers see foreign investment rise

2011-06-15 09:49:21

Foreign investors recorded the biggest increase among the various financing channels for Chinese property developers in the first five months of this year as they bet on better investment opportunities amid the country's tightening real estate policies.

Soaring CPI puts squeeze on manufacturers

2011-06-15 09:45:00

A 34-month-high consumer price index (CPI) in May has left little maneuvering room for manufacturers and required them to get stronger, more efficient and more creative, experts said on Tuesday. Tightening may ease: Analysts Inflation in May hits new high 

Tightening may ease: Analysts

2011-06-15 09:35:53

Although China's consumer inflation hit a 34-month high in May, analysts predict that the frequency of further tightening measures will slow in the second half, as commodity prices ease and economic activity declines.

Inflation in May hits new high

2011-06-15 09:28:54

Inflation hit a 34-month high in May, forcing the government to continue its tightening of monetary policy while raising concerns over a slowdown in the economy.

High-speed rail link set for launch

2011-06-14 17:40:01

The high-speed railway linking Beijing to Shanghai, which will open later this month, is safe and reliable and the reduction in operating speed is to maximize efficiency, rail authorities said on Monday.

Medals for CPC anniversary hit market

2011-06-14 17:37:47

Series of the 90th anniversary commemorative medals for the CPC launched on June 13, 2011, by China Gold Coin Inc's shop in central Henan province.

Bad intentions threaten food safety

2011-06-14 17:36:41

Intentional contamination by food producers and processors driven by profits are largely being blamed for the food safety crisis in China, officials with the country's top food security watchdog said on Monday.

'Yuan should play big role in Central Asia'

2011-06-14 17:35:52

China's yuan should play a bigger role than the US dollar in trade settlements in Central Asia in order to boost regional trade, a top Chinese banker said on Monday.

Horgos Port returns as major gateway

2011-06-14 17:35:27

Cross-border travel at Horgos Port connecting China and Kazakhstan is expected to see a 45-percent jump in the second quarter of this year, as booming trade between the two countries boosts business demand.

Comprehensive scheme for carbon cut proposed

2011-06-14 17:21:10

A comprehensive scheme for energy saving and emission reduction during the National 12th Five-Year Plan has been submitted to the State Council, China’s cabinet, for approval.