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China announced a massive $1.4 trillion stimulus package aimed at reviving its sluggish economy, which is grappling with a slowdown fueled by a real estate crisis, ballooning local government debt, and potential economic tensions with the US. The package, announced by Finance Minister Lan Fo’an, includes refinancing unsustainable local government debt and increasing the debt ceiling. This move comes as the country struggles to reach its 5% annual growth target and marks the latest in a series of measures to combat the economic downturn.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its 2024 economic growth forecast for China downward to 4.8%, citing weak consumer confidence and ongoing property market struggles. Despite recent stimulus measures, the IMF warns that further declines in home prices could dampen domestic demand. While the IMF predicts a rebound in 2025, the organization and US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen highlight the need for China to increase consumer spending to drive economic growth. The IMF also notes potential strains on public finances due to the stimulus measures.

China’s central bank has slashed two key interest rates to record lows in an attempt to revive the struggling economy. The move follows a disappointing third-quarter growth report and aims to stimulate spending and counter deflationary pressures.

U.S.-listed Chinese stocks experienced a pre-market rally on Friday, fueled by China’s better-than-expected third-quarter GDP growth. However, investor sentiment remains cautious despite stimulus measures, as a large-scale economic package is still absent.

This week’s economic news highlights a series of concerning trends: rising inflation despite Fed rate cuts, market volatility fueled by stimulus, and a lack of accountability for financial crimes. DKI warns of the dangers of government intervention and advocates for a return to free-market principles.

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Monday morning, with the Dow futures down by around 50 points. Chinese stocks listed in the U.S. traded lower, as China’s recent stimulus measures failed to inspire confidence on Wall Street. Baidu shares led the decline, falling 2.6% in pre-market trading. Several other notable stocks also saw pre-market losses, including Pacific Biosciences, Genfit, XPeng, Melco Resorts, Canada Goose, UP Fintech, and AppLovin.

China’s recent stimulus package has sparked a rally in Chinese markets, with the CSI 300 index surging nearly 24% in the past month. This article explores three key stocks that stand to benefit from this economic boost: NIO, TME, and MCHI.

US stock futures are pointing to a lower open on Wednesday, with the Dow futures down around 50 points. Several Chinese stocks listed in the US are experiencing pre-market losses, following disappointing stimulus expectations from Chinese planning officials. Delek Logistics Partners, which priced a public offering at $39 per unit, also saw its shares decline significantly.

Malaysia is expected to benefit indirectly from China’s recent economic stimulus measures, which aim to boost consumer demand and encourage travel. While positive impacts are anticipated, experts caution that the immediate effects may be limited due to ongoing challenges within China’s economy.

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. (BABA) shares took a hit on Tuesday, mirroring the broader decline in U.S.-listed Chinese stocks. This drop followed China’s National Development and Reform Commission’s (NDRC) announcement of underwhelming stimulus measures, which failed to meet investor expectations for bold economic boosts.