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MonisightCan Global Trade Survive Trump’s 2.0 Tariff War?In early 2025, President Trump reignited trade tensions by imposing nearly 40% tariffs on Chinese imports, aiming to curb the trade deficit and address concerns over fentanyl trafficking. China responded with retaliatory tariffs of up to 125% on U.S. goods, including agricultural products and crude oil . These actions led to significant market volatility, with investors seeking safer assets amid fears of inflation and recession . The U.S. administration also announced plans to stockpile critical minerals to reduce dependence on Chinese imports . So, what did China do when Trump hit the trade button again in...
2025-04-1207 min
MonisightCan AI Unlock the True Meaning of Life for Humanity?With Tesla's recent reveal of the humanoid robot Optimus and groundbreaking research on self-replicating robots, the future we once imagined in science fiction, like in the series Humans, is edging closer to reality. Join us as we examine these advancements, their impact on society, and how they may redefine our understanding of existence, purpose, and human connection. Episode Highlights 1. Tesla’s Optimus: A Step Toward a Humans-Inspired Reality Tesla’s Optimus robot aims to handle routine tasks, potentially freeing humans for more creative and personal pursuits. We expl...
2024-10-1204 min
MonisightIs America Entering the Age of "Entertainment Overload"?The question of whether America is entering an age of "entertainment overload" reflects growing concerns about the impact of media saturation and distraction in society. With the constant barrage of social media, 24/7 news cycles, and entertainment-focused platforms, many worry that critical thinking, meaningful discourse, and engagement with important issues are being overshadowed by the pursuit of amusement and instant gratification.The concept was famously explored in Neil Postman's book Amusing Ourselves to Death, which warned of a society where entertainment dominates all aspects of life, reducing serious issues to mere spectacles. Today, that warning feels more relevant...
2024-09-1406 min
Monisight The International Monetary System: Adapting to Global ChangesIn recent years, the global landscape has undergone significant shifts, driven by unprecedented geopolitical tensions, technological advancements, and economic transformations. These changes have inevitably influenced the structure and function of the international monetary system, reshaping how countries engage in trade, manage currencies, and maintain financial stability.
2024-09-1106 min
MonisightPostmodernism Under the Development of Artificial IntelligenceThe intersection of postmodernism and artificial intelligence (AI) presents a fascinating landscape where technology and philosophy converge. Postmodernism, with its skepticism of grand narratives and emphasis on relativism and subjectivity, offers a unique lens through which to examine the rapid advancements in AI. As AI technologies continue to evolve, they challenge traditional notions of identity, reality, and knowledge, echoing many postmodernist themes.
2024-07-1505 min
MonisightThe AI Era: The Rise or Erosion of Personal Consciousness?With the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI), we have entered a new era characterized by machines that can simulate and even surpass human cognitive abilities. The proliferation of AI has profoundly impacted various aspects of society, from changing the way we work to influencing interpersonal interactions. However, behind these changes, we must address a deeper question: Is the development of AI gradually eroding our personal consciousness?THE ORIGIN OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)THE NEED FOR INTELLIGENTIZATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF MODERN SOCIETY AND GOVERNANCETHE CRISIS OF HUMAN SELF-COGNITION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCEWAYS TO...
2024-02-0113 min
MonisightRussia-Ukraine War Caused Grain Import Tightness in ChinaAs a major importer of the world's grains, China's dependence on grain imports continues to increase. Since the outbreak of COVID-19 at the end of 2019, agricultural production has been severely hindered, and many international ports have been affected. At the beginning of 2022, the world's two major granaries, conflicts between Russia and Ukraine, rising food prices, and blockades of multiple ports. These events have had a severe impact on the global grain trade pattern and exacerbated the uncertainty and complexity of China's future grain trade pattern.To learn more, click here
2023-05-0405 min
MonisightChina's CRO Farewell to the Golden Age of Profitability?This year, CRO(contract research organization) concept stocks in China have generally performed sluggishly. Since April, major CRO companies have released their annual reports. The performance growth rate of most CRO companies has dropped from 70% to 200% to 30% to 40%. Some companies have experienced performance or profit decline for the first time.To learn more, please click here.
2023-04-2807 min
MonisightBrazil’s Iron Ore Exports in March 2023 Increased by 16.7% Month-On-MonthAccording to data from The Secretariat of Foreign Trade (SECEX), in March 2023, Brazil's iron ore exports were 27.234 million tons, a month-on-month increase of 16.7% and a year-on-year decrease of 4.4%.To learn more, please click here
2023-04-2701 min
MonisightAnti-Corruption in Chinese Soccer: Cure for Revitalizing the Industry?Currently, the second large-scale anti-corruption campaign in Chinese football is vigorous, and the judicial investigation is stronger than it was 11 years ago. However, whether Chinese football can take the opportunity to be "reborn" depends on how the youth training system is repaired.To learn more, please click here
2023-04-2602 min
MonisightAre We Living in Information Cocoons Societies?Against the background of the surge of Internet information and the rapid development of information technology, social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc... are oriented towards the goal of "traffic is king".The content distribution and information recommendation mechanism of these platforms may accelerate the formation of user information cocoons, and the hot recommendation of multiple platforms has also aggravated the negative impact of information cocoons.To learn more, click here NOW
2023-04-2505 min
MonisightRussia Implements New Pricing Method for Crude Oil ExportsFrom April 1, Russia officially implemented a new crude oil export pricing method linked to the international crude oil benchmark Brent crude oil price, which will lead to a reduction in Russian crude oil price discounts and is expected to increase billions of dollars in "extra" fiscal revenue.To learn more, please click here.
2023-04-2406 min
MonisightBYD obtains preferential price for lithium battery raw materials in Chile projectChilean state-owned company Corfo announced on its official website on April 19 local time that it has granted BYD Auto Chile a qualified lithium producer status, which symbolizes that BYD Auto Chile can obtain preferential prices for battery-grade lithium carbonate quotas.To learn more, please click here
2023-04-2000 min
MonisightChina Explores New Ways for Lithium Battery RecyclingOn March 10, the first domestic Internet platform for the lithium battery recycling industry "Lithium Source" (https://www.lijiajia.net) was launched. The main initiator of the platform is Miracle Automation, JDT and the co-founders include the Solid Waste and Chemical Management Technology Center of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment.
2023-04-1903 min
MonisightGoertek's performance was "cut" by AppleOn the evening of April 17, Goertek (002241) released its 2022 annual report and 2023 first-quarter report. In the fiscal year 2022, Goertek's operating income was 104.894 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 34.10%. The net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies was 1.749 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 59.08%. The net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was 1.627 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 57.54%.
2023-04-1804 min
MonisightChina Sea Freight Index Has Risen by More Than 12% In a WeekOn April 14, the shipping sector of the Hong Kong stock market rose again, successfully recording 6 consecutive positives. Among them, SITC International (01308.HK) rose 4.17%, COSCO Shipping Energy (01138.HK) rose another 3.55%, OOCL(00316.HK) rose 2.7%, COSCO SHIPPING Holdings (01919.HK) rose 2.18%, COSCO Shipping Development (02866.HK) rose 1.96%.
2023-04-1704 min
MonisightHeavy Investment To Boost Semiconductor Amid UncertaintiesAt present, due to the consideration of intensified competition between China and the United States, all countries and regions want to hold semiconductors, which can be regarded as an important factor related to the technological hegemony competition of various countries (regions) and ensure economic security, in their own hands.At the same time, in order to achieve economic recovery from COVID-19, the importance of digitalization is increasing, and considering that the demand for semiconductors will continue to expand significantly in the medium to long term, it can be said that the competition for obtaining a growth market has officially begun.
2023-04-1405 min
MonisightSand and Dust Weather in Northern China Sparks Environmental Stocks Boom in Financial MarketsSince April 9, sandy weather has appeared again in many places in northern China. Sandstorms occurred in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, and Beijing; strong sandstorms occurred locally in Xilin Gol, Baotou, Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia, and Zhangjiakou, Hebei.
2023-04-1202 min
MonisightChinese Offshore Debt Collection Company Goodfaith Technology Plans to List in the U.S.On March 30, GoodFaith Technology Inc., a provider of risk management and debt collection solutions in China, submitted an F-1 prospectus to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), planning to list on the NASDAQ exchange.
2023-04-1105 min
MonisightBank of Guangzhou IPO: nearly 9.5 billion funds raised while non-performing loans increasedChina's real estate loan non-performing ratio rose from 2.23% to 5.38% while Small and Medium Banks Race for IPOs.
2023-04-0608 min
MonisightSaudi Aramco Spent 24.6 Billion Yuan on Acquiring a 10% Stake in Rongsheng PetrochemicalOn March 27th, Rongsheng Petrochemical reached strategic cooperation with Saudi Aramco, one of the world's leading integrated energy and chemical companies, and signed several agreements, including Saudi Aramco acquisition agreement to acquire 10% of Rongsheng Petrochemical for RMB 24.6 billion, as well as business cooperation framework agreements on raw materials, refined oil, chemical products, crude oil storage, and technology sharing.
2023-03-2803 min
MonisightJack Ma Returns to China as a Positive Signal for Private-held Business in ChinaAccording to media reports, some netizens witnessed Jack Ma, the founder of Alibaba Group, in the Wenyi Road tunnel in Hangzhou. In the video, Ma rides a Toyota Coaster, occasionally talking with people around and in front. According to the report, on March 27th, Ma also paid a visit to Hangzhou Yungu Primary School, a private school invested and established by Alibaba partners in 2017. Jack Ma, who has kept a low profile for a long time, suddenly became high-profile and appeared in mainland China as if he wanted to break the previous silence and retreat.
2023-03-2703 min
MonisightJack Ma Returns to China as a Positive Signal for Private-held Business in ChinaAccording to media reports, some netizens witnessed Jack Ma, the founder of Alibaba Group, in the Wenyi Road tunnel in Hangzhou. In the video, Ma rides a Toyota Coaster, occasionally talking with people around and in front.According to the report, on March 27th, Ma also paid a visit to Hangzhou Yungu Primary School, a private school invested and established by Alibaba partners in 2017.Jack Ma, who has kept a low profile for a long time, suddenly became high-profile and appeared in mainland China as if he wanted to break the previous silence and retreat.
2023-03-2700 min
MonisightAIGC + Game: A Tremendous Change Is Leading the Chinese Game IndustryRecently, thanks to the normalization of imported games and AIGC, Hong Kong stocks and A-share game sectors have soared.In terms of Hong Kong stocks, Ourgame (06899.HK) rose by more than 13%, Bilibili rose by more than 8%, FriendTimes Inc. (06820.HK) rose by more than 4%, XD Inc. rose by more than 3%, and CMGE, NetEase, IGG, etc. followed suit.In terms of A shares, Kunlun Tech led the gains. Giant Network reached a daily limit, Shengtian Network, Tom Cat, 37 Interactive Entertainment, G-Bits, etc. all rose sharply.
2023-03-2502 min
MonisightIs it too late for China's Pharmaceutical company to launch the COVID mRNA vaccine?On March 22, CSPC Pharmaceutical Group officially announced that its SARS-CoV-2 mRNA VACCINE (SYS6006) was included in emergency use in China, and China ushered in the first domestic mRNA COVID-19 vaccine.Since the outbreak of the COVID-19, mRNA technology has attracted much attention due to its outstanding safety and short production cycle. According to incomplete statistics, about 16 mRNA COVID-19 vaccines are under development in China. When COVID-19 recedes globally, it is not yet known how much commercial value the subsequent vaccines will gain. Still, the deployment of mRNA vaccines is an important step in entering the emerging field of mRNA therapy...
2023-03-2309 min
MonisightBehind SVB Bankruptcy: China Biotech Company Financial RiskRecently, Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), one of the top 20 banks in the United States, collapsed and declared bankruptcy. After the Silicon Valley Bank "thunderstorm" incident, not only were global depositors worried about the collapse of the banking industry, but it also caused a wave of commotion among Chinese biotech companies.This is also because, according to Silicon Valley Bank’s previous financial report, 12% of Silicon Valley Bank’s deposits belong to the healthcare and biotechnology industries, and many of these companies are start-ups.
2023-03-2209 min
MonisightAI 2.0: ChatGPT 4 Is Moving to CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI) has come a long way since its inception, and the advancements in this field never cease to amaze us. Chatbots are one of the most significant results of AI technology, and they have changed the way businesses interact with their customers. One of the latest innovations in chatbot technology is AI2.0, and ChatGPT is moving towards commercializing this game-changing technology.
2023-03-2109 min
MonisightSino-Russian Energy Cooperation: Move in the Same Direction in the TurmoilThe energy cooperation between China and Russia has become essential to their bilateral relations. The two countries continuously move in the same direction as the world goes through turmoil. Both China and Russia need each other for their energy demands, and this cooperation comes at a time when the international economic and political environment is rapidly changing.
2023-03-2005 min
MonisightGold Price Is Approaching the $2,000 Mark, One Step Away From the Historical HighWith Silicon Valley Bank, Signature Bank, Credit Suisse, and other European and American banks falling into crisis one after another, the Fed’s interest rate hike expectations have been significantly reversed, and the credit of the US dollar is facing a test. There is still huge room for central banks to purchase gold backed by natural credit.
2023-03-2008 min
MonisightNever-ending “Chip War” Stirs the Car Chip Manufacturers To Expand Their ProductionUnder the influence of "chip shortage" in the past few years, countries seek to strengthen semiconductor production. For example, the European Commission will allocate 15 billion euros for public and private semiconductor projects by 2030. In the past two years, information about the expansion of production by major car chip manufacturers has come one after another, and the Never-ending “Chip War” Stirs the Car Chip Manufacturers To Expand Their Production.
2023-03-1704 min
MonisightPaper Mills Expand Quickly in Asia Pacific After COVID-19Due to the current decline in pulp prices on the cost side, the papermaking sector has ushered in dual catalysts of price increases and cost declines, and performance is expected to recover in the Asia Pacific area.
2023-03-1609 min
MonisightChinese New Infrastructure Project: Internet SatelliteChina has always been eyeing at Elon Musk, nowadays the richest man in the world. His business empire has also made the Chinese government longing. After years of heavy investment, one of China's New Infrastructure Projects, the Internet Satellite, has formed its shape. How far will it go? What does the future hold for China's aerospace projects? Will China again lead in 6G development? Let's together find out in today's article.
2023-03-1310 min
MonisightChinese Gaming Industry: "Go Big or Go Home"In the past ten years, the achievements of Chinese games have been evident to all. In 2022, the sales revenue of China's independent research and development of overseas markets reached 17.346 billion. In 2012, this data was $ 570 million. In ten years, the income of Chinese games has increased by nearly 31 times. But at the same time, game players continue to face challenges. In the face of unfamiliar, vast, and regional culture, it is even more of an obstacle to publicizing and localization.
2023-03-0508 min
MonisightWhat exactly have we gone through in the mass COVID infection in late 2022?Things have passed. It is true. But the scars remain. We are not clear on how to prevent it from happening again.
2023-03-0104 min
MonisightThe dry bulk shipping market may experience a downturn in 2023 that will last until 2024Last year's shipping performance was booming, mainly due to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine and the subsequent reshaping of global maritime energy transportation. But the shipping market is not as glamorous as it appears on the surface. Shipping companies have been plagued by problems like port congestion, lack of skilled workers, and soaring inventories have reduced warehouse space, terminal rules for loading and unloading containers, late container fees, and canceled flights.
2023-02-2705 min
MonisightWarehouse-style Membership Stores Usher in an Explosive Period in ChinaDriven by consumption upgrades and the rapid development of the new retail industry, warehouse-style membership stores are increasingly becoming a consumption trend. With the opening of the American Costco store in Shanghai in August 2019, coupled with the entry of Metro, Chinese fudi, Hema and Carrefour, the retail membership store track is getting hotter with more and more new entrants.Explore more: https://www.monisight.biz/post/warehouse-style-membership-stores-usher-in-an-explosive-period-in-china
2023-02-2404 min
MonisightThe Reshaping of the Global Energy Pattern Under the Background of the Russia-Ukraine War"The Russia-Ukraine War (RUW) has actually induced roaring cereal and oil prices, and global inflation. (Deng et al., 2022)." Russia’s use of energy weapons to counter Europe will have a far-reaching adverse impact on its future supply market direction. In the same situation, the United States and Europe use energy weapons to accelerate their independence from Russia’s energy, resulting in high global oil and gas prices. The explosion of inflation in the world is expected to be unexpected in 2023.
2023-02-2208 min
MonisightAn Overview of Overseas M&A of Chinese BanksWith the substantial increase in Chinese foreign trade corporate customers and the demand for cross-border financial services, Chinese banks have gradually established an international market platform through overseas expansion.
2023-02-2106 min
MonisightChina Brain-computer Interface Research PlanBrain-computer interface (BCI) is a new technology that subverts traditional human-computer interaction. In recent years, the Chinese government has attached great importance to developing brain-computer technology and launched Brain Science and Brain-Like Intelligence Technology in 2016.
2023-02-2010 min
MonisightThe Trauma of COVID-19: The Birth Number Plummet GloballyIn the past years, a tremendous pandemic, COVID-19, has led to a global economic recession, women’s unemployment and poverty rates have risen sharply, and income uncertainty and unemployment levels have generally increased. As a result, factors such as unemployment risks and income declines have made people’s attitudes toward marriage and childbearing more severe and harmful.
2023-02-1605 min
MonisightChina-U.S. Africa Strategy in the Era of Great Power CompetitionChina and the United States are the two largest economies in the world. As rising powers and established powers, their global competition and cooperation not only have a significant impact on each other but also have a strong spillover effect, directly affecting the evolution of the international structure and order.Africa is a developing continent with prominent and concentrated global problems and a "continent of hope" with rapid economic growth and industrialization.On May 14, 2021, the US Council on Foreign Relations released the report "Game of Great Powers in Africa", pointing out that the competition of...
2023-02-1507 min
MonisightApple’s Global Supply Chain: The Tale of India & ChinaApple's global supply chain is one of the most iconic and influential in the world. Over 40 countries and regions across the globe, Apple maintains a wide network of suppliers, distributors, and resellers. Of particular importance to the global supply chain is the relationship between India and China. Each country contributes differently yet complementary to Apple's worldwide production process.
2023-02-1408 min
MonisightThe Strong Earthquake in Turkey May Affect the Global Supply ChainThe earthquake in Turkey brought uncertainty to the passage across the Strait, which may affect the price trend of bulk commodities and the stable operation of the international industrial chain and supply chain.
2023-02-1305 min
MonisightThe Reshuffle of the Power Battery Industry ChainBenefiting from the rapid rise of electronic vehicles and energy storage markets worldwide, the lithium battery industry has shown unprecedented vitality in recent years. Chinese power battery companies have firmly seized this opportunity and have invested and built factories overseas to participate in international market competition.
2023-02-1209 min
MonisightChina’s Mineral Import Costs Continue To GrowAs the largest developing country in the world, China needs a tremendous mineral resource to realize modernization. However, the increasingly complex international situation has made it more difficult to obtain global resources for China in recent years.
2023-02-1205 min
MonisightHainan Mining plans to acquire an African lithium mine for more than $100 millionOn the evening of January 19, Hainan Mining(SSE: 601969), a subsidiary of Fosun, announced that to accelerate the industrial layout of the three main tracks of "iron ore + oil and gas + new energy" and realize the industrial synergy between upstream resources of the new energy industry and lithium salt processing, Fosun wholly-owned subsidiary, Xinmao Investment, intends to sign an additional issuance agreement and a capital increase agreement with Kodal Minerals PLC (hereinafter referred to as "KOD") and its wholly-owned subsidiary Kodal Mining UK (hereinafter referred to as "KMUK").
2023-02-1204 min
MonisightThe Most Disruptive Technology, ChatGPT, Disrupts the Chinese AI IndustryBefore the Spring Festival, the large-scale ChatGPT model launched by the artificial intelligence organization OpenAI caused quite a stir in the China AI industry.
2023-02-1206 min
MonisightIPO Ambition of an Organ Transplantation EnterpriseAn organ transplantation enterprise, Genext, applied for the IPO again after the termination two years ago. On November 24, 2022, the IPO of Genext was accepted by the Shanghai Stock Exchange Science and Technology Innovation Board.
2023-02-1206 min
MonisightHow Far Are We From Infinite Energy?For a long time, controllable nuclear fusion has been considered "the ultimate energy source for mankind", but after more than 70 years of research, it is still in the experimental stage.
2023-02-1209 min
MonisightWill AI Lead the Future War?Russia and Ukraine war that broke out on February 24, 2022, was the first large-scale application of artificial intelligence technology in war practice. It has become a key testing ground for artificial military intelligence and a critical window to see the actual combat effects of artificial intelligence.
2023-02-1209 min
MonisightShould humans cry out in the dark forest of the universe?Although there is still no conclusion about the existence of extraterrestrial civilizations, the related discussion has become an important research topic in the history of science.
2023-02-1212 min
MonisightChina's Grand Project: RMB InternationalizationAs the world is stepping into digitalization, so is the currency. In the era of digital money, China's ambition to cut down the impact of US dollars is more evident than ever. As the world's second-largest economy, China relies on its well-established e-commerce platform to help promote the digital renminbi at home and abroad.
2023-02-1205 min
MonisightAnalysis Of Cooperation On Energy Projects Between China & Saudi Arabia In The Post - COVID EraRecently, China and Saudi Arabia have further deepened various cooperation, including energy trade. How will the collaboration reshape the world oil trade in the future? This article will dive into energy projects between the two countries and analyze the "petroyuan" challenge to the US dollar in the post-COVID era.
2023-01-0919 min