• BABA
• GC
• HSTECH
• JD
• SFTBY

Morning Bid: Tech pierces trade gloom, Softbank reports

Asian markets face challenges from Wall Street losses and trade tensions, while Softbank's results and AI investments draw investor interest amid rising gold prices and active hedge funds.

• ASBFY
• GRG
• JD
• MAKSY
• NXT
• PM
• SBRY
• TSCDY

Analysis-Britain's struggling low-income shoppers challenge growth agenda

Lower-income shoppers in the UK are facing increased financial pressure, impacting retail spending and confidence amidst high inflation, energy bills, and job security concerns.

• JD
• PYPL
• TSLA

Factbox-Trump's inauguration marks new era for cryptocurrency

The article discusses how Trump's administration's appointees may influence U.S. cryptocurrency policy, highlighting key figures and their vested interests in the crypto industry.

• JD
• USD/CNY
• WB

Huawei cuts prices of a variety of high-end devices

Huawei slashed prices on various high-end devices by up to 3,000 yuan during a promotional event on JD.com, covering smartphones, headphones, watches, and tablets.

• JD
• SBRY
• TSCDY

UK consumers cautiously shop more after pre-budget slump

British retail sales rose 0.2% in November, indicating slow economic momentum. Concerns over budget taxes impact consumer confidence and hiring, yet food sales see a boost ahead of Christmas.

• BABA
• JD
• META
• PDD
• TPR

China's Instagram-like Xiaohongshu making inroads with e-commerce sales

Chinese influencer Tera Feng gains popularity for her lifestyle content, leveraging Xiaohongshu's platform for successful livestream sales, attracting high-end brands despite the challenging retail landscape.

• BABA
• JD
• META

China's Instagram-rival Xiaohongshu hits $1 billion in annual profit ahead of potential IPO

• BABA
• BIDU
• JD
• KWEB
• NTES
• PDD
• TCOM

US-listed Chinese stocks retreat after rally

• 0QY4
• ALB
• BABA
• BEKE
• BIDU
• EL
• FCX
• JD
• KWEB
• MLCO
• NTES
• PDD
• TCOM
• TECK
• YUMC

China policy shift boosts stocks with exposure to the country

US stocks tied to China surged following announcements of accommodating monetary policies, with major internet companies and consumer brands gaining significantly amid positive market reactions.

• JD

JD Logistics to acquire full ownership of Kuayue-Express

JD Logistics is acquiring the remaining shares of Kuayue-Express, increasing its stake to full ownership for enhanced operational efficiency and service offerings.