Yellow metal purchases from Hong Kong 'will hold steady'

The Chinese mainland's gold purchases from Hong Kong in 2015 may hold around this year's levels as physical demand in the world's biggest consumer remains stable and the country considers easing restrictions on imports.

Another flagship year for J&J as quake relief work is recognized

Johnson & Johnson, the US pharmaceuticals, medical devices and consumer products giant, said it has had another accomplished year for its corporate social responsibility activities in China.

Starbucks-led program fosters next generation of entrepreneurs

A successful modern business plan often depends on how well it serves the public and the community, according to Li Lin, a student at University of Technology and Science Beijing, who was a first-round winner in the recently held Youth Leadership Development Program - a three-year project with $3 million in funding from the Starbucks Foundation.

Sailing the 'silk road' to the future

Zhai Mo, known as China's ocean ambassador and the first Chinese man to circumnavigate the globe in an unpowered sailboat, is hoping for stronger wind in his sails during his upcoming around-the-world trip starting from March 18.

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FTA talks reach across the Gulf

China is to accelerate the negotiation of a free trade agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council next year, and launch FTA talks with Israel.

Glass always full for Chinese firm in global market

An expensive business school would probably call it the SIP principle, those letters standing for sincerity, integrity and persistence. But gimmicky, management-speak labels are not for Cao Dewang, chairman of Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co Ltd, and the Chinese business pioneer is happy to let his actions speak for themselves.

Liquidity levels crimp PE activity

The nation's private equity activity is likely to remain subdued until there are structural changes that will improve liquidity, according to Cao Heping, an economist at Peking University.

Forbes ranks investment firms

Chauncey Shey, managing director at SB China Venture Capital, was ranked first on the Forbes list of China top venture capitalists in 2014, the magazine reported on Monday.

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Daqing Oilfield to reduce output starting next year

Value of information sector hits record high

China's information sector was worth a record high this year, and will continue to play an increasingly important role in the country's overall economy over the coming 12 months.

'Just spend', Alipay tells shoppers

Alipay, the e-payment division of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd, is launching a consumer financing service that allows shoppers to pay for online purchases the month after delivery.