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  • Can China Finally Escape Its Economic Slowdown?

    China’s Economy: A Flickering Miracle or Just a Flicker?

    If China’s earnings were a weather forecast, it’d be definitely cloudy with a chance of optimism. While some data points hint at a slow climb, big‑picture issues—namely a lethargic property sector and geopolitical turbulence—still leave economists wondering if the heartbeat’s truly steady.

    What the Data is Saying

    • GDP Growth has dipped from the roaring peaks of 2020 to a more modest, “let’s take a breath” pace.
    • Consumer spending is inching toward the norm, but not yet sprinting.
    • Industrial output is eyeing a rebound but stuck on a treadmill.

    The Property Market: Cold Feet in a Warm Climate

    Think of the housing market as a toddler refusing a cookie over a golden sun. It’s still cold, not yet ready to play, and every price dip grows another wary sigh.

    • Home sales have slowed by Dang, I told you! – a 12% drop since last cycle.
    • Construction permits? As steady as a metronome played on a broken track.
    • Investors are biting the dust while the market remains a stubborn beast.
    Geopolitical Gloom: The International Horizon

    Like a storm in the middle of a calm seas, geopolitical tensions are making the market seas a bit choppy. Global trade negotiations and diplomatic tussles keep the economic hype train on low‑power mode.

    Remember the old adage: “You can’t jump on a trampoline without knowing what’s on the other side.” In this case, the other side is more uncertainty than excitement.

    Experts’ Take: Stay on the Edge but Face the Future

    Economists are the very careful hikers who keep a trail on both sides: cautious about the steps, hopeful about the view. They’re on the lookout for signs that the “recovery rock” might actually splinter into something solid—but for now, the big mountain still has rough terrain.

    Bottom line: there’s a glimmer in the distance, but the path is still quite a road trip.

    China’s Housing Woes: A Calm After the Storm

    Three years after the biggest real‑estate tumble in history, China’s market is starting to show faint glimmers of life again.

    Why the Uncertainty Still Reigns Supreme

    • Residual doubts linger over the once‑glorious boom that made the country the world’s second‑biggest economy.
    • Even though the sun is creeping in, the shadows cast by the property crash still dim investor confidence.
    • Consumer spending remains a timid whisper, often echoing the lingering fear of another collapse.

    Key Takeaway

    While signs of recovery appear, China’s journey toward fully stable growth remains anything but straightforward—think of it like a delicate dance where each step is still measured for safety.

    Property sector remains the core weakness

    China’s Housing Hiccup: Prices Still on the Decline

    When you think about China’s economic hiccups, the housing market turns up the heat. In June 2025, new‑home prices across 70 major cities slid 3.2% year‑on‑year — a continuation of the truck‑to‑the‑bottom run that started in 2022.

    Where Did the Numbers Go?

    • June 2025: –3.2% in new‑home prices
    • May 2025: –3.5% — the decline eased a touch, but the bumpy ride is far from over

    The Economist’s Take

    Helen Qiao, Chief Economist for China at Bank of America, weighed in:

    “It’s hard to say the sector is out of the woods. We’re looking at an 8–10% drop in new home sales and a 15–20% contraction in residential new starts this year. The pace matches what we saw in 2023‑24, so the downcycle is still in full swing.”

    And to put it in perspective, she added:

    “If you compare the length and depth of this cycle to any before, it’s the toughest kick‑back since the commercialization boom of the late‑1990s.”

    Why This Matters

    Think of the housing sector as the backbone of China’s economy. When prices tangibly drop, it’s not just a number on a graph—it ripples through borrowing, construction, and even consumer confidence. The slow cooling is a stark reminder that the market’s resilience is still being tested.

    Other Headlines

    • Growth fades in Europe: Is the recovery already running out of steam?
    • EU urges China to drop sanctions on Lithuanian banks amid tensions over Russia and Taiwan

    China–US economic divergence widens

    China’s Housing Hang‑Ups Still Tight‑Wrap the Economy

    Ever since the housing market went belly‑up, prices have been dipping like a limbo champion. This has left the whole economy stuck in a deflationary slump.

    Growth Gaping

    • Real GDP is rolling around a steady 5% per year.
    • That’s a fair bit shy of the 7% average China posted before the pandemic.
    • Meanwhile, the US has been adding a few extra cars to that chassis.

    Numbers: The Big, Bad Gap

    Nominal GDP: China jumps only from $18.2 trillion (2021) to $18.7 trillion (2024), whereas the US vaulted from $23.7 trillion to a whopping $29.2 trillion.

    Stock markets don’t feel it either:

    • Shanghai Composite is still hanging at the same level it was in late 2021—after a 30% tumble.
    • Contrast that with the S&P 500, up 40% over the same period, fueled by fierce consumer appetite and a no‑lose attitude in AI.
    • The market‑cap of China’s top seven giants is a cool $2.4 trillion, a slap‑dash figure compared to the US top seven at $19.5 trillion.

    Bottom Line?

    The door’s still wide open for China’s big players to bail out, but the house‑price drama is still serving a hefty dose of economic reality. The wind has moved, and it’s blowing right in the opposite direction.

    Trade risks and geopolitical tensions linger

    Trade War Pause – but the Heat Still Rises

    Scientists say the U.S. and China’ve put a brief hand on the trade fire after a double 90‑day pause on new tariffs. Good news? Not really. The vibe is still simmering.

    What the Numbers Look Like

    • 10% of the current reciprocal tariff rate is still ticking over for China.
    • China is juggling about 40% of effective tariffs on its side.
    • Let’s break it down:
      1. 11% – the old-school Trump tariff
      2. 20% – fresh on fentanyl
      3. 10% – the reciprocal piece.

    Heads up – there’s a glimmer of hope for fentanyl tariffs. If they’re rolled back, China’s effective rate could drop to somewhere between 30% and 35%, shaving off 5 to 10 percentage points.

    Risky Business

    Qiao warns: “If either side feels the other didn’t keep their word, we could see another spark.”
    The stakes also hover above the oil. China keeps buying Russian crude, and that might bring in penalties.

    Latest from Washington

    Scott Bessent told reporters that at the most recent G7 summit in Canada, leaders floated the idea of slapping a crazy 200% tariff on China for continuing to buy Russian oil. But Europeans didn’t buy in.

    Because…

    Surely, nothing ends up on paper when the partners involved are holding on tight. The world watches, the markets jitter, and the paperwork still sits in a drawer.

    Takeaway

    There’s a flicker of relief, but the trade tension is like a kettle on the stove: it’s still boiling. Keep your eyes on the numbers, because a change in one line could ripple a thousand others.

    Beijing is throwing cash to consumers: Will it work?

    In response to faltering domestic demand, Chinese policymakers launched two interest subsidy programmes in August 2025 aimed at stimulating household consumption and supporting service-sector businesses.
    These measures include a 1 percentage point fiscal subsidy for consumer loans taken between September 2025 and August 2026, and targeted subsidies for businesses in eight service industries.
    Bank of America’s Qiao described the initiative as significant in scope: “It is the first time the central government has offered interest subsidies for personal consumption loans.”
    However, she expressed reservations about its potential impact: “The subsidy of 1% through borrowing costs will unlikely make a meaningful difference in the purchase decisions made by those who need to borrow to spend.”

    A long road to recovery

    While Beijing’s efforts to stabilise the economy are becoming more targeted, the challenges are structural as much as cyclical. Sentiment remains fragile, and analysts are reluctant to declare a turning point.
    “We believe this latest credit policy could help support the recovery of household credit demand from the current low levels,” said Qiao.
    “That said, the size of the impact is still questionable.”
    For now, China’s economic recovery remains tentative—caught between weak property fundamentals, cautious consumers, and an uncertain geopolitical environment.

  • Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to Now

    Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to Now

    Time flies! In 2006, Kim Kardashian was known as Paris Hilton‘s best friend and an aspiring closet organizer. These days, however, Kim K. is a household name and rakes in millions from her family’s Hulu reality series to KKW Beauty, Skims and more.
    Of course, now that the reality babe’s net worth is a whopping $1.8 billion … yeah, let’s just let that sink in for a second … her look has evolved, too.
    The up-and-coming lawyer burst onto the scene in the early ’00s, and since then, her fashion choices have gone from Juicy Couture tracksuits to custom Balmain. The mom of four — who shares kids North, Saint, Chicago and Psalm with ex-husband Kanye West — is not afraid to shy away from daring clothing choices, often opting for outlandish prints or cut-outs.Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to Now

    Keeping Up With Kimye: See The Dynamic Duo’s Relationship Timeline

    Ahead of the Met Gala in May 2019, Kim went as far as taking “breathing lessons” in her corset. “The day that I found out the Met Gala theme was ‘camp,’ that same day we called @manfredthierrymugler, the King of Camp!” she wrote on Instagram. “We met up in Miami right after the holidays last year and saw the sketches! I learned so much about couture from this genius man, it was beyond couture, it was art! 7 months in the making and fittings in Montreal, Paris and L.A. Corset breathing lessons from none other than Mr. Pearl. It was worth it all!!! And this was the start of a magical inspiring connection.”
    Three years later, Kim upped her Met Gala fashion game when she donned Marilyn Monroe’s infamous “Happy Birthday, Mr. President” dress, which was designed by Bob Mackie, to the 2022 event.  
    The SKKN founder detailed the strict weight loss regimen she endured in order to fit into the dress that could not be “altered at all.”

    “I would wear a sauna suit twice a day, run on the treadmill, completely cut out all sugar and all carbs, and just eat the cleanest veggies and protein,” Kim told Vogue ahead of the event adding that “it was this or nothing.”
    Following her CFDA Influencer Award in 2018, designer Tommy Hilfiger gave Kim high praise for her style. “Kim is the most important and powerful influencer in the world,” he wrote in a press release at the time. “Every time she wears, posts or talks about a fashion brand, there is an immediate and significant increase in both awareness and sales.”Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to Now

    Kar-Jenner Kontroversies: See Their Biggest Scandals Over the Years

    In the past, big sister Kourtney Kardashian said, “Fashion is so subjective, and I think it should be playful,” while Kylie Cosmetics mogul Kylie Jenner claimed she changes her style “maybe every month.” Must be nice being a Kar-Jenner, huh?
    Keep scrolling to see Kim’s incredible transformation from 2006 to now.

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    1 of 23Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to NowJ. Vespa/WireImage

    Just Getting Started

    In 2006, Kim had an interesting job, to say the least. “I go to my clients’ homes, and I help them clean out their closets,” Kim said in an old video clip. “We take whatever they don’t want, and I sell it for them on eBay.” In the interview, she rattles off some big names like Nicole Richie, Paris Hilton, Serena Williams and Cindy Crawford.

    2 of 23Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to NowJon Kopaloff/FilmMagic

    Putting It Out in the Universe

    It seems like the brunette beauty predicted her future. When the interviewer asked her what she wants to do with her life, she replied, “I really want to do some kind of show that shows my life and what I do and my closet stuff.”

    3 of 23Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to NowJohn Shearer/WireImage

    Whoops

    In 2007, the mom-of-four became famous for her sex tape with Ray J. How does Kim plan on telling her kids down the road? “I don’t know yet,” she said during an appearance on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen in January 2020. “I have an idea, and I think I’m just gonna be super honest and real with them, and that’s all you can really be.”

    4 of 23Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to NowAndreas Branch/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images

    Sticking Around

    Keeping Up With the Kardashians premiered on October 14, 2007, and after 20 seasons, the series wrapped in June 2021. “I don’t think we even imagined it would go beyond one season,” Kim previously said.

    5 of 23Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to NowJason Merritt/FilmMagic

    Lights, Camera, Action!

    The KKW Beauty founder starred in her first feature film in 2008 called Disaster Movie.

    6 of 23Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to NowSteve Granitz/WireImage

    Serving Lewks

    Kim wore a lavender dress to the 2009 Grammy Awards, where she looked fabulous.

    7 of 23Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to NowGregg DeGuire/FilmMagic

    Natural Beauty

    Even though the California native may look different in photos, she is adamant that she did not fix her nose. “I never had my nose done,” she told her makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic. “Everyone thought I did, and I said, ‘Wait until I have kids because your real features come out.’”

    8 of 23Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to NowBauer-Griffin/GC Images

    Don’t Assume Anything

    She continued, “Pictures, I swear, I look at them and would be like, ‘Wow, the bump looks so much bigger in some pictures than in others.’”

    9 of 23Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to NowPaul Drinkwater/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images

    Short and Sweet

    In 2011, Kim married NBA star Kris Humphries … for 72 days. “At the time, I just thought, ‘Holy s—t, I’m 30 years old. I better get this together. I better get married.’ I think a lot of girls do go through that, where they freak out thinking they’re getting old and all their friends are having kids,” she said in March 2019. “So, it was more of that situation. But I knew on the honeymoon it wasn’t going to work out.”

    10 of 23Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to NowNCP/Star Max/FilmMagic

    Moving On

    But Kim didn’t stay single for long since she started dating Kanye in 2012, while she was still legally married to Kris.

    11 of 23Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to NowD Dipasupil/FilmMagic

    Keeping It on the DL

    However, the couple stayed mum on their relationship status. When Ellen DeGeneres asked Khloé Kardashian if Kim was dating Kanye, she said, “We’ve known Kanye forever. He’s been a great family friend. I think they’re cute together. They’re compatible.”

    12 of 23Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to NowJason Merritt/Getty Images for LACMA

    Babies Galore

    In December 2012, the “Gold Digger” rapper announced that Kim was pregnant with their first child, North. “It’s true!! Kanye and I are expecting a baby. We feel so blessed and lucky and wish that in addition to both of our families, his mom and my dad could be here to celebrate this special time with us. Looking forward to great new beginnings in 2013 and to starting a family. Happy New Year!!!” she wrote on her website at the time. In 2015, they announced they were pregnant with baby No. 2.

    13 of 23Kim Kardashian Transformation — See Photos Young to NowSteven Gonzalez/GC Images

    Fashion First

    Clearly, Kanye was an influence in Kim’s life. “He totally picks out my looks,” Kim admitted. “I had on this white Balmain pantsuit, and he was like, ‘No, no, no. I think you just be a little bit more simple today’ and totally changed my outfit right before I was walking out.”

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    Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow

    The businesswoman isn’t afraid to change up her look now, either. She’s often seen going from long, dark locks to short, blonde bobs overnight. Kim has also experimented with color, going pink in 2018.

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    Fashionista

    Now, Kim has become a fashion icon. She has graced the covers of magazines like Vogue and usually is on the best-dressed list.

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    Regrets

    However, the socialite hasn’t always been obsessed with her outfits. “I definitely have style regrets,” she told INSIDER. “I mean, I wear some things, and I’m like, ‘Why did I wear that?’” Kim said that anything she wore from 2007 to 2011 were her worst looks.

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    Cute and Casual

    “My style now has been very low-key,” Kim said in 2017, adding that she often picks clothes that are “easy to put on” since she’s “running around being a mom.”

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    So Relatable

    “I have always been extremely simple and really relatable,” Kim told People. “If I am going through a sweatpants and heels phase or more of a dressy phase, it has always been something that I think other people can kind of have their own version of.”

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    Changes

    Kim acknowledges that her look has changed over the years. “My style has definitely evolved,” she said. “When I met Kanye, and he really started to bring me to Paris, he introduced me to a bunch of people. I think one of the first people I met were [designers] Riccardo Tisci and Alber Elbaz.”

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    Confident Queen

    Kim seems to be more confident with her body these days, too. “I feel like I’m in really good shape right now, like the best shape I’ve ever been, so I do wear a lot of crop tops a lot,” she said. Work it, girl!

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    Couples Who Match

    Following her divorce from Kanye, Kim began dating SNL alum Pete Davidson in October 2021. The pair debuted matching bleached blonde hair in May 2022. 

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    Fitness Goals

    Kim opened up about her “athlete” level physique after dropping from 25 percent body fat in May 2021 to 18.8 percent in August 2022 adding that her bones are “stronger than 93-97% of people.”

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