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James Parker
James Parker has lived in Beijing for eight years and has worked at both foreign and domestic financial institutions. He is also engaged in consulting in the areas of international economics and international political risk, and teaches post-graduate finance courses for various UK Universities.
March 12, 2013
Mexico Cuts Interest Rate, China Talks Currency War
With Mexico cutting rates, China’s Commerce Minister warns about the depreciation of major currencies.
March 07, 2013
China’s Hugo Chavez Blues
The death of the Venezuelan leader underscores the dangers of Beijing investing in governments closely tied to a single individual.
February 23, 2013
Understanding the "Currency War" Talk
“…currency manipulation is only one tactic in a much larger strategic goal…”
February 15, 2013
The Interview: Michael Pettis
“I think the fact that governments often don’t understand the foreign implications of domestic policies is a serious problem…”
February 14, 2013
Is the World Ready for a Great Rebalancing?
Professor Michael Pettis’ new book The Great Rebalancing presents some bold ideas — take a look.
February 12, 2013
China’s Total Goods Trade Surpassed U.S in 2012
While sounding impressive and another sign of China’s economic sway, the devil is in the details.
February 08, 2013
The Trans-Pacific Partnership: Will it Happen?
Can the Trans-Pacific Partnership overcome challenges and make history?
February 02, 2013
New Delhi: We Have a Problem
India’s economy is certainly seeing its share of problems. 2013 is looking like it will be a tough year.
January 29, 2013
Vietnam's Economy: Sabotaged From Within
Non-performing loans and assets along with corruption are becoming a real problem in Vietnam.
January 25, 2013
China's Shale Gas Dream
By James Parker
January 22, 2013
Caterpillar's Siwei Problem
Caterpillar seems to have learned a painful lesson when it comes to accounting standards in China.
January 17, 2013
Japan's Economic Stimulus Plan
Abe has moved quickly in passing measures to grow Japan’s economy. Can he turn things around?