Dec 12, 2013

When Janet Yellen was nominated to the position of Federal Reserve Chair, investors and policy analysts cheered the nomination of the first female head, and paid great attention to the future of quantitative easing, writes Yu Xiang.

Aug 17, 2013

While many analysts have characterized China's economic slowdown as a “black swan” event, Yu Xiang explains how this slowdown is the “New Normal” in China. As China’s economy is reformed and rebalanced, the United States will benefit from increased bilateral trade and greater cooperation.

Aug 16, 2013

After a careful analysis of a recent New York Times article, Yu Xiang finds that the criticism leveled in the article is full of misinformation and concludes that the protectionist slant revealed in the article is worrying.

Jul 25, 2013

As the Federal Reserve prepares for the departure of Ben Bernanke, and the potential end to quantitative easing (QE); it is necessary to explore how a retreat from QE could impact emerging economies. While the US prepares to adjust its monetary policy, Yu Xiang calls for cooperation between China and the US to prevent unnecessary shocks to the global economy.

Jan 11, 2013

After a prolonged recession, some economists believe the United States could be headed towards recovery. What 5 economic indicators show signs of GDP growth? A rebounding housing market, profitable financial markets, increasing consumer confidence, manufacturing growth, and a unique energy sector could signal a turn around for the US economy.