China Inc by BBW
China Inc by Bamboo Works discusses the latest developments on Chinese companies listed in Hong Kong and the United States to drive informed decision-making for investors and others interested in this dynamic group of companies.
Episodes
This week, we dive into the latest battleground in China’s instant commerce wars. Why did Alibaba suddenly drop a staggering $1.5 billion bid for regional online grocer Pupu, blowing a rival offer out of the water? We break down the corporate FOMO driving this aggressive move and the anti-monopoly regulatory hurdles that could still stand in the way. Later, we shift to Hong Kong, where the AI stock bubble is showing serious s...
Can you buy your way out of a questionable reputation? Can you build a new identity to dodge geopolitical tariffs? This week, Doug and Rene unpack the fascinating cross-border strategies of two global giants.
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Shein & Everlane: We break down Shein's estimated $100 million purchase of US sustainability darling ...
This week, Doug and Rene tackle two major stories shaping the Chinese business landscape:• The Fintech Squeeze: Why did regulators wait three years to officially ban Futu and Tiger Brokers from operating in China? We discuss how this move funnels capital back to state-owned brokerages and marks another chapter in Beijing's tightening grip on private financial companies.• Wendy's China Gamble: Decades after McDon...
This week, Doug Young and Brad Burgess explore how Chinese companies are aggressively stepping out of their domestic market and onto the global stage. First, we dive into the booming trend of Chinese biopharma startups "out-licensing" their homegrown, cutting-edge drugs to Western pharmaceutical giants like Pfizer and Gilead. What's driving this rapid pace of innovation, and will geopolitics get in the way of future acquisitions?
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In this episode, Doug Young and Brad Burgess unpack two major developments shaping the future of Chinese business in the United States.
First, Trump administration's quiet new policies aimed at cutting off subsidies for China-linked solar panels manufactured in the US. With new guidance capping Chinese ownership at 25%, Doug and Brad analyze why industry giants like Jinko are ...
Is China becoming an island for user-generated content? This week we explore the geopolitics of social media as Rednote attempts to shield its global business from its Chinese roots.
Then, we head to the drive-thru: Texas Chicken wants to open 600 franchise locations in China. But what does it take to survive in a market dominated by KFC and aggressive homegrown franchisers li...
Doug and Rene unpack a surprising analysis from Caixin revealing where a massive chunk of China’s $1.2 trillion trade surplus is really ending up — the Hong Kong stock market. They discuss how this influx of cash is helping the market absorb large IPOs, and whether Beijing will eventually step in to reverse the trend.
In the second half of the show, they reflect on...
China's new energy vehicle sales plunged 24% in the first quarter. Is this the start of a new trend of sales contraction? And online matchmaker Milian has filed for a Hong Kong IPO. What's the story behind its unusual approach that uses real-life facilitators to act as go-betweens for online daters?
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China Inc. by Bamboo Works discusses the latest business and financial news from China and what it all means. This episode is hoste...
China caps private lender interest rates at 24%. What's behind this latest regulatory crackdown? And an up-and-coming toothpaste maker has filed for a Hong Kong IPO. What's behind the rapid rise of its Canban brand, and what does this say about Chinese consumer brands in general?
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China Inc. by Bamboo Works discusses the latest business and financial news from China and what it all means. This episode is hosted by Doug Young, Ba...
"This seems like involution taken to a new level, as it's one of the first cases we've seen of a company taking a major step that's almost certain to undermine itself." – Doug Young
Toymaker Bloks is racing to the bottom of the Chinese toy barrel with its blind box Transformer toys costing just 10 yuan each. Can it make a profit on such low-priced toys?
And KFC has rolled out a new line of pizzas in China also pric...
China's securities regulator is clamping down on offshore corporate registrations and VIE structures by Chinese companies listing in the U.S. and Hong Kong. What does this mean for the companies and their investors? And U.S. politicians are clamping down on "pump-and-dump" Chinese IPOs on Wall Street by going after their boutique investment banks. Will this solve the problem?
After years of downplaying the importance of its citizens' emotional well-being, China is showing new interest in the so-called "emotional economy," including a "joy economy" segment where people find small pleasures in things like a cup of bubble tea or a Labubu collectible toy. What's driving Beijing's greater emphasis on this part of the economy now, and is this a new long-term focus?
The controlling stakeholder of Luckin Coffee has purchased the smaller, more upscale Blue Bottle Coffee brand for $400 million. Is a big expansion in the cards for Blue Bottle in China? And dental materials maker Huge Dental has filed to list in Hong Kong. Will it be able to attract investors with its flat-lining revenue growth, especially as stock buyers flock to sexier high-tech companies?
China's Mixue has overtaken McDonald's as the world's largest F&B chain with 45,000 shops. Is the franchising model behind its growth sustainable? And the owner of the franchisee for the Papa John's and Dairy Queen chains in China is putting the company on the block. Is there a place in China for this type of mid-tier Western chain?
Dingdong is abandoning its online grocery cart with a deal to sell its China business to Meituan for $717 million. What's driving its decision? And India has killed a Chinese private equity firm's plan to acquire a European laminations company with an Indian operation. Is geopolitics at play?
Key Takeaways:
- Alibaba plans to spin off its T-Head unit for a separate listing amid high market valuations for AI chip makers
- LVMH is handing over its Greater China duty-free operations to a state-owned enterprise as the sector struggles with declining financials
Today we examine two major strategic shifts involving global giants navigating the complex Chinese market. On one hand, we have a push by Alibaba (BABA.US) int...
TCL is taking over Sony's home entertainment brand, while Anta has become Puma's largest shareholder. Is this the start of a new wave of Chinese acquisitions of foreign brands? And China Merchants Bank has reported near-zero profit growth for 2025. What does this leading commercial bank's lack of growth say about the Chinese economy?
China's office market is hugely overbuilt, and yet developers keep buildling. What's ahead for this market? And China's dumpling king, Yuen Kee, is gearing up to list in Hong Kong. Will investor bite, especially in the current slowing consumer market?
China has reduced or killed tax rebates for solar product and EV battery makers. What's driving the decision? And BYD takes the global NEV crown from Tesla. What's behind BYD's success?
Domestic investors holding about $500 worth of Vanke bonds have agreed to extend their Dec. 28 maturity date by a month. Why are Vanke and its peers continually turning to this kind of delaying tactic rather than doing bankruptcy reorganizations? And pet hospital operator Ringpai has applied for a Hong Kong IPO, hoping to charm investors on the big growth potential of China's pet market. Why is the company still struggling to make ...
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