China Inc by BBW

Why is an apparel deal drawing U.S. national security scrutiny, and is the clock finally ticking down on China’s fintech lenders? In this episode, we explore Shein’s bizarre latest regulatory hurdle in its bid for...

Are China's dancing humanoid robots a technological marvel or just another state-subsidized bubble? Join us to explore the government's role in the robot boom. Plus, we break down the final chapter of the Evergrande...

In this episode, we unpack the harsh new realities facing China's green energy sector, discussing the unprecedented arrest of a Chinese solar executive in Australia for bribery and what it means for Chinese firms...

What do Apple and Burger King have in common? Both are navigating the complexities of the Chinese market with highly tailored local strategies. Join us as we unpack Apple's "regional isolation strategy" for memory chips...

In this episode, we dive into the complexities of cross-border deals in today's fraught geopolitical climate. We discuss the European Commission's unprecedented probe into JD.com's $2.5 billion acquisition of Ceconomy...

Is Elon Musk planning to divest Tesla’s massive China operations? And why did a Chinese education giant’s bargain purchase of a U.S. children’s reading app spark national security concerns? We explore the hidden...

In this episode, we dive into a tale of two Chinese tech sectors on vastly different trajectories. First, we unpack Kuaishou’s massive strategic move to spin off its AI video unit, Kling, raising nearly $3 billion and...

How do Chinese parcel companies deliver packages for just $1 and still make money? And why are hog breeders expanding their herds while bleeding cash? This week, Doug and Rene explore the fascinating, highly cyclical...

What do a Chinese smartphone maker in Africa and a traditional fast-food chain in Hong Kong have in common? Both are confronting fierce headwinds from shifting consumer behavior and new competition. This week, we...

In this episode, we dive into the shifting dynamics of the Chinese consumer market and its ripple effects on both Wall Street and global retail. First, they unpack the recent NASDAQ debut of Chinese used-car trader DSC...

In this episode, we explore the hidden financial ripples of China's top-down economic policies. First, the massive success of China's electric vehicle market — which now accounts for over half of new car sales — and how...

This week, we dive into the latest battleground in China’s instant commerce wars. Why did Alibaba suddenly drop a staggering $1.5 billion bid for regional online grocer Pupu, blowing a rival offer out of the water? We...

Can you buy your way out of a questionable reputation? Can you build a new identity to dodge geopolitical tariffs? This week, Doug and Rene unpack the fascinating cross-border strategies of two global giants. Shein &...

This week, Doug and Rene tackle two major stories shaping the Chinese business landscape:• The Fintech Squeeze: Why did regulators wait three years to officially ban Futu and Tiger Brokers from operating in China? We...

This week, Doug Young and Brad Burgess explore how Chinese companies are aggressively stepping out of their domestic market and onto the global stage. First, we dive into the booming trend of Chinese biopharma startups...