Tag: China
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Asian AI Exposure Drives Outperformance: ClearBridge EM Strategy Q3 2025 Commentary
Market and Performance Overview Emerging markets delivered a robust performance in the third quarter of 2025, with a gain of 10.6% as measured by the MSCI Emerging Markets Index. The outperformance versus many developed markets reflected a broad-based rebound in risk assets, supported by improving earnings visibility, policy normalization in key economies, and a favorable…
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Asian AI Exposure Drives Outperformance: ClearBridge Emerging Markets Strategy Q3 2025 Commentary
Market and Performance Overview Emerging markets delivered a robust third quarter in 2025, rising 10.6% as measured by the MSCI Emerging Markets Index. The rally outpaced developed markets and reinforced the resilience and breadth of opportunities across the asset class. Within this broad backdrop, the ClearBridge Emerging Markets Strategy navigated the quarter with a focus…
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Asian AI Exposure Powers Outperformance in ClearBridge EM Strategy Q3 2025 Commentary
Market and Performance Overview Emerging markets posted a robust quarter, rising 10.6% in Q3 2025 as measured by the MSCI Emerging Markets Index, outpacing developed markets. A notable driver of this outperformance was Asian exposure to artificial intelligence (AI) and technology-enabled growth, with China delivering among the strongest regional gains amid policy support and improving…
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Denmark closes security loophole in Chinese electric buses
Overview: Denmark’s urgent bid to fix a remote deactivation flaw Danish authorities are racing to close a cybersecurity loophole believed to allow remote deactivation of hundreds of Chinese-made electric buses. The move follows broader Nordic concern over similar vulnerabilities and a Norwegian investigation that heightened awareness about potential misuse of remote control features in modern…
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Danish authorities rush to close security loophole in Chinese electric buses
Denmark moves to close a critical security gap in electric buses Authorities in Denmark are urgently examining a security loophole reported in hundreds of Chinese-made electric buses used in public transit. The concern centers on a potential remote deactivation capability that could be exploited to halt services, raise safety risks for passengers, and disrupt daily…
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Trump’s Allegations: Is Pakistan Secretly Testing Nuclear Weapons?
Trump’s Claim Sparks Fresh Controversy Over Nuclear Testing In a recent discussion about U.S. nuclear policy, former President Donald Trump asserted that several major powers have continued nuclear testing, including Russia and China, and he added Pakistan to that list. While he framed his remarks as part of a broader defense strategy, the specific assertion…
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Trump’s Bold Claim: Is Pakistan Secretly Testing Nuclear Weapons?
Overview of the Claim Former President Donald Trump has stated that the United States’ decision to end the 33-year moratorium on nuclear testing should be understood in a broader, global context. He asserted that major powers such as Russia and China are engaging in nuclear tests, and he added that Pakistan is among the countries…
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China Exempts Nexperia Chips From Semiconductor Export Ban
Summary of the Exemption China announced it will exempt a portion of Nexperia’s chips from its semiconductor export ban that arose during a heated dispute with the Dutch government. Officials said the move reflects a nuanced approach to balancing national security concerns with practical implications for the technology sector and international supply chains. What Led…
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China Grants Nexperia Chip Exemptions from Semiconductor Export Ban
Background: Why the ban and the exemption matter The dispute over semiconductors between China and the Netherlands has prompted China to impose export controls on certain chip exports. In a development described by officials as a practical, situation-driven decision, China said it would grant exemptions to some Nexperia chips. Nexperia, a Dutch-headquartered chipmaker with a…
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China Scraps Gold Tax Break, Sending Shockwaves Through Global Bullion Market
China Abolishes Gold Tax Break, Reshaping Global Bullion Markets In a move that jolts one of the world’s largest gold markets, China has scrapped a long-standing tax incentive on gold sales. Effective immediately, retailers will no longer benefit from the tax relief that helped keep gold pricing more predictable for consumers and traders alike. The…