# Economic Stimulus
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China Pauses Interest Rate Cuts as Banks Grapple with Record-Low Margins
China kept its benchmark Loan Prime Rates unchanged in June as commercial banks struggle with record-low net interest margins of 1.40%. While strong exports and high-tech growth have delayed the need for immediate stimulus, cooling global inflation and looming economic headwinds point toward a likely rate cut of 10 to 20 basis points in the second half of 2026.
Petal Power: How China’s ‘Bloom Economy’ Is Redefining Urban Competition
China's 'bloom economy' is evolving from simple sightseeing into a sophisticated multi-billion dollar industry that integrates technology, sports, and corporate investment. Local governments are increasingly using seasonal floral displays as strategic 'soft power' tools to build urban brands and attract high-value industrial projects.
China’s Nuptial Bounce: How Policy Reform and the ‘Sweet Economy’ Revived Marriage Rates
China reported a 10.76% increase in marriage registrations in 2025, reaching 6.76 million pairs. This growth is largely attributed to landmark policy reforms that removed residency-based restrictions and a new municipal focus on the 'Sweet Economy' to drive local consumption.