China’s Central Bank Takes Action as Record Covid-19 Outbreak Hits Economy

Economy Asia Economy People’s Bank of China frees up billions of yuan for new loans, but…

China’s Central Bank Takes Action as Record Covid-19 Outbreak Hits Economy

Economy Asia Economy People’s Bank of China frees up billions of yuan for new loans, but…

Opinion | China’s Zero-Covid Reckoning

Record infections and new lockdowns lead to rising public frustration and slower economic growth.

China Recovery Set Back by Record Covid Outbreak as Lockdowns Spread

The prospect that Beijing’s zero-tolerance approach to Covid-19 persists well into next year means the world…

China Recovery Hopes Crushed by Record Covid Outbreak as Lockdowns Spread

China’s worst Covid-19 outbreak is squashing hopes for an economic rebound and fanning concern about disruption…

Fed Minutes Show Most Officials Favored Slowing Rate Rises Soon

Economy U.S. Economy Policy makers have signaled plans to dial back the pace of interest-rate increases,…

Global Economy Slows, but Seems to Be Faring Better Than Feared

Economy A weak start to 2023 is expected in many rich countries, but U.S. and European…

China’s Downturn Moderates, Though Property Woes Linger

HONG KONG—Renewed Covid-19 curbs and a worsening property downturn are dampening the outlook for China’s economy,…

EY’s Consulting Arm Could Struggle to Compete As Standalone Firm

Strong competition and a slowing economy could pose challenges for Ernst & Young as it looks…

World Bank Warns of Global Recession Next Year if Central Banks Lift Interest Rates Too High

Central banks’ efforts to tame inflation could tip the world economy into recession next year, according…