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China-UK trade in robust growth despite euro crisis
Jan.31,2013
LONDON - Despite the difficulties brought about by the euro debt crisis and slowdown of the world economy, China and Britain have achieved exceptional growth in bilateral economic and trade relations in 2012.Read More + -
Business intelligence centre sees prospects in mainland commercial sector
Jan.31,2013
A display poster promoting fashion products at a shopping centre in Beijing. The mainland is moving towards a consumption-driven economy through urbanisation. Photo: AP Despite the continued softness in the global economy, Fung Business Intelligence Centre believes the mainland's commercial sector will remain resilient and present significant opportunity for foreign and domestic investors this year.Read More + -
Global use of yuan to see 'major leap' in 2013
Jan.31,2013
China will promote the opening-up of its financial market to both domestic and foreign playersthis year to attract wider use of the yuan globally, a senior official at the People's Bank of Chinasaid on Wednesday.Read More + -
GDP growth rebound will continue in 2013
Jan.31,2013
China's GDP growth rebounded "significantly" in the fourth quarter of 2012 and the momentum will extend through out 2013, Ma Jiantang, head of the National Bureau of Statistics, told a news briefing on Friday.Read More + -
China's GDP growth eases to 7.8% in 2012
Jan.31,2013
China’s GDP growth rebounded "significantly" in the fourth quarter of 2012 and the mo-mentum will extend through out 2013, Ma Jiantang, head of the National Bureau of Statistics, told a news briefing on Friday.Read More + -
Brazil to probe for dumping
Jan.31,2013
The Brazilian Ministry of Development, Industry and Foreign Trade (MDIC) has initiated anti-dumping investigations into ceramic dinnerware imported from China. The investigation was prompted by requests from several Brazilian enterprises, which claimed thatRead More + -
Emerging Trends in Global Markets January & February 2013
Jan.31,2013
anuary not only brings a new calendar year, but a fresh perspective; while February marks the transitional month between winter and the buds of spring. Our central merchandising themes will focus on fresh starts, the New Year, Valentine’s Day, and winter solutions. While emphasis will be placed upon the seasonality of the Northern Hemisphere, it’s important to remember that the SouthernRead More + -
Midwest-CBK to debut 400 new home décor designs at winter markets
Jan.31,2013
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Holiday Retail Sales Up 3.0 Percent to $579.8 Billion
Jan.31,2013
Solid consumer spending in the month of December helped retailers finish the year with a healthy holiday shopping season, however economic uncertainties sent a cautious consumer to the stores.Read More + -
Michaels Reveals Top Craft Trends For 2013
Jan.31,2013
From craft fairs and street markets to haute couture fashion shows and pop culture, the Michaels trend team scours the globe each year to forecast trends that will inspire new ideas for all kinds of creative DIY projects. Michaels, North America's largest arts and crafts specialty retailer, uses the latest trends to make sure its shelves are stocked with an exciting, updated product mix and its website is packed with creative new ideas. Here are the newest crafting trends for 2013:Read More +