Central govt set to take over tax rebate process

The central government has assumed full responsibility for paying export tax rebates to companies, the latest measure to reverse a slump in exports and spur growth.

E-commerce purchase regulations modified

The State Administration for Industry and Commerce released an enhanced consumer protection regulation on Tuesday governing e-commerce purchases.

Wanda chairman Wang ousts Ma on Forbes list

The less-than-stellar performance of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd's business and shares helped Wang Jianlin, chairman of Dalian Wanda Group Co, to beat Jack Ma to the title of the richest man on the Chinese mainland on the 2015 Forbes Billionaires List.

Golden visas singe hasty investors

Caution advocated on real estate purchases in Portugal as Chinese buyers burn their fingers, reports Bloomberg.

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Yuan extends decline amid policy hopes

China's yuan extended a decline from the lowest level in more than two years amid speculation the government will take further steps to support the economy after cutting interest rates for the second time in three months.

TCL charts plan to boost share in telecoms sector

Chief executive says company is confident of catching up with top global players

JD.com posts 73% gain in revenue during Q4

JD.com Inc, the biggest e-commerce rival to Alibaba Group Holding Ltd in China, posted a 73 percent rise in revenue for the three months through December, topping estimates as it expanded sales across more consumer goods categories.

Int'l postal services make hay from baby formula shipments

As Chinese consumers fret about whether locally produced infant formula is safe, the Dutch postal service has a burgeoning new line of business: exporting milk powder to China.

Watch this: Huawei takes on Apple in wearables segment

'Sexy yet traditional' product will make consumers pay up, industry analysts say

Alibaba faces Taiwan fine over registration data

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd faces a 24,000 yuan ($3,820) fine and other possible penalties related to its affiliate in Taiwan, where the local economic authorities are investigating the mainland company's investment.