Express News | Tencent HK shares open lower at 7% after the U.S. adds Tencent and others to the list of Chinese firms allegedly aiding Beijing's Military. Its ADR dropped significantly in U.S. market trading.
U.S. stock market closing: the three major Indexes had mixed results, with the Technology conference CES boosting chip stocks higher.
① Nasdaq China Golden Dragon Index closed down 1.16%, most China Concept Stocks fell, Tencent ADR dropped nearly 8%; ② MicroStrategy has purchased Bitcoin for nine consecutive weeks; ③ Trump denies plans to reduce the applicability of tariffs; ④ Qualcomm announces the launch of the new AI chip Snapdragon X.
Express News | Shares of Tencent Set to Open Down 7.03% After U.S. Adds Tencent and Others to List of Chinese Firms Allegedly Aiding Beijing's Military
Volume increases and prices remain low as the express delivery industry competes to reduce costs. The application of autonomous vehicles and Drones is expected to accelerate next year | Year-end review.
① Since the beginning of the year, the growth rate of express delivery volume has exceeded 20%; the operating situation of "the two logistics giants and one delivery company" in the first 11 months shows volume increase and low prices, with ZTO achieving year-on-year revenue growth per package in Q3. ② Industry insiders say that the growth rate of express delivery volume will still be double-digit in the next 1-2 years. It is expected that next year, Drones and unmanned vehicles will accelerate their application in various express delivery scenarios, further reducing social Logistics costs.
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As soon as the news of Japan easing tourist visas for people from China was released, local retail travel stocks surged immediately.
① The Japanese Foreign Minister, Toshimitsu Motegi, announced the relaxation of visa requirements for Chinese tourists to Japan, expected to be implemented in spring 2025. ② After the announcement, retail and tourism-related stocks in Japan rose, with J. Front Retailing Co. soaring by 8.38%, while Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings and Takashimaya increased by 6.98% and 3.69%, respectively.