Economy Watch

High rise properties are reflected on an office building's windows in Beijing, May 6, 2013.

China's Profit Tax May Aid Social Goals

Curb on housing prices precedes urbanization drive.

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China Cuts Fuel Prices as Demand Wanes

The new pricing rules face a market test.
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China Coal Production Declines

Output of the country's main fuel cools as economic growth slows.
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China's Economic Data Clouded by Doubt

Hot money flows distort growth reports.
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Confusion Reigns Over China Property Rules

New tax policy puts homeowners on edge.
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China Tinkers with Fuel Price Formula

Price rumors stir fears of social unrest.
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Small Steps in China-Russia Deals

Xi Jinping's visit to Moscow reaps few energy gains.
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China Pins Hopes on Gas

New policies pushed for cleaner fuel.
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China Tax Rattles Public

A tax hike on housing puts owners on edge.
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