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Yangpu district fetches record land price

June 25,2007

By STAFF EDITOR

Hangzhou-based real estate developer China GreenTown Holdings will pay RMB12,500 per square meter for a land lot in Shanghai’s northern Yangpu district, the South China Morning Post reported. It is the highest price paid for land in China this year. Greentown outbid at least 10 rivals to buy the almost 60,000 square meter plot for RMB1.26 billion. Analysts said the record-high unit price revealed a widening gap between land supply and demand in Shanghai. The developer must comply with the government’s controversial 90/70 policy if it is to build residential units on the land. The policy, which took effect in May last year, holds that residential units less than 90 square meters must account for at least 70% of a project.

Yanlord eyes properties in Suzhou

June 25,2007

By STAFF EDITOR

Singaporean real estate developer Yanlord Land Group has obtained a 336,790 square meter plot of land in the Shuanghu Plate Area in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, for US$281 million, the Singapore-based Strait Times reported. Yanlord, which specializes in luxury residential and commercial properties, is planning to develop the area into a high-end residential compound comprising townhouses, fully furnished apartments, and some commercial facilities.

Yahoo China penalized for piracy links

April 25,2007

By STAFF EDITOR

China’s Number 2 Intermediate People’s Court hit Yahoo China with a 210,000 yuan fine for copyrights violations, in a case filed by the International Federation of Phonographic Industries on behalf of eleven recording companies. The popular search engine had links to sites containing a total of 229 pirated songs.

Young consumer spending means big potential for local companies

April 24,2007

By STAFF EDITOR

China’s 480 “little emperors,” born since 1979 have lived a highly privileged lifestyle compared to the generations that preceded them, and without siblings with whom to share the spoils of the country’s growing wealth.

Yuan Appreciation Puts Mainland Automotive Makers to the Test

March 19,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

Yuan appreciation poses specific challenges to mainland automotive makers' export strategies, internationalization, and cost control measures.

Youngor Launches Finance Business

March 08,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

With its two Shanghai subsidiaries specializing in entrepreneurial and equity investment, fashion and textile maker Youngor is diversifying into the realm of finance.

Yuan-Dollar Parity Rate: Friend or Foe to Chinese Industries?

January 23,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

The central bank has set the yuan central parity rate at record 7.758 yuan to the dollar. To solve the potential problems bought by trade surplus, it is likely for China to accelerate yuan appreciation. A report released by the international trade and economic cooperation research institute under the Ministry of Commerce estimated that it is likely for yuan to be appreciated by 9 to 10% by the end of 2007. How would this affect China’s industries and import-export structure?

Yum develops Chinese fast food chain

October 20,2006

By STAFF EDITOR

Yum Brands Inc., which owns KFC and Pizza Hut, developed East Dawning from scratch two years ago. Just as with its other restaurants, Yum is betting that the efficiency and atmosphere of American-style chain restaurants will appeal to Chinese diners with Chinese fast food, The Wall Street Journal reported.

Young professionals shape China consumption culture

October 13,2006

By AMY CHEUNG

Based on a survey of more than 10,000 “new rich” in 12 major cities in the Mainland, Sino Monitor reports that many more among the new rich work in knowledge-based industries compared to last year. How do they shape overall consumption culture in the Mainland?

Yum Group expands to Central China

September 29,2006

By AMY CHEUNG

Yum! Group, the parent company of KFC and Pizza Hut would put in 100 million yuan (12.5 million US dollars) to strengthen its market position in Central China. How does the strategy pan out?

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	Yangpu district fetches record land price June 25,2007 By STAFF EDITOR Hangzhou-based real estate developer China GreenTown Holdings will pay RMB12,500 per square meter for a land lot in Shanghai’s northern Yangpu district, the South China Morning Post reported. It is the highest price paid for land in China this year. Greentown outbid at least 10 rivals to buy the almost 60,000 square meter plot for RMB1.26 billion. Analysts said the record-high unit price revealed a widening gap between land supply and demand in Shanghai. The developer must comply with the government’s controversial 90/70 policy if it is to build residential units on the land. The policy, which took effect in May last year, holds that residential units less than 90 square meters must account for at least 70% of a project. Yanlord eyes properties in Suzhou June 25,2007 By STAFF EDITOR Singaporean real estate developer Yanlord Land Group has obtained a 336,790 square meter plot of land in the Shuanghu Plate Area in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, for US$281 million, the Singapore-based Strait Times reported. Yanlord, which specializes in luxury residential and commercial properties, is planning to develop the area into a high-end residential compound comprising townhouses, fully furnished apartments, and some commercial facilities. Yahoo China penalized for piracy links April 25,2007 By STAFF EDITOR China’s Number 2 Intermediate People’s Court hit Yahoo China with a 210,000 yuan fine for copyrights violations, in a case filed by the International Federation of Phonographic Industries on behalf of eleven recording companies. The popular search engine had links to sites containing a total of 229 pirated songs. Young consumer spending means big potential for local companies April 24,2007 By STAFF EDITOR China’s 480 “little emperors,” born since 1979 have lived a highly privileged lifestyle compared to the generations that preceded them, and without siblings with whom to share the spoils of the country’s growing wealth. Yuan Appreciation Puts Mainland Automotive Makers to the Test March 19,2007 By AMY CHEUNG Yuan appreciation poses specific challenges to mainland automotive makers' export strategies, internationalization, and cost control measures. Youngor Launches Finance Business March 08,2007 By AMY CHEUNG With its two Shanghai subsidiaries specializing in entrepreneurial and equity investment, fashion and textile maker Youngor is diversifying into the realm of finance. Yuan-Dollar Parity Rate: Friend or Foe to Chinese Industries? January 23,2007 By AMY CHEUNG The central bank has set the yuan central parity rate at record 7.758 yuan to the dollar. To solve the potential problems bought by trade surplus, it is likely for China to accelerate yuan appreciation. A report released by the international trade and economic cooperation research institute under the Ministry of Commerce estimated that it is likely for yuan to be appreciated by 9 to 10% by the end of 2007. How would this affect China’s industries and import-export structure? Yum develops Chinese fast food chain October 20,2006 By STAFF EDITOR Yum Brands Inc., which owns KFC and Pizza Hut, developed East Dawning from scratch two years ago. Just as with its other restaurants, Yum is betting that the efficiency and atmosphere of American-style chain restaurants will appeal to Chinese diners with Chinese fast food, The Wall Street Journal reported. Young professionals shape China consumption culture October 13,2006 By AMY CHEUNG Based on a survey of more than 10,000 “new rich” in 12 major cities in the Mainland, Sino Monitor reports that many more among the new rich work in knowledge-based industries compared to last year. How do they shape overall consumption culture in the Mainland? Yum Group expands to Central China September 29,2006 By AMY CHEUNG Yum! Group, the parent company of KFC and Pizza Hut would put in 100 million yuan (12.5 million US dollars) to strengthen its market position in Central China. How does the strategy pan out? 1 2 3 4 5	Today’s Daily Briefs E-Mail Sign up for a roundup of the day’s top stories, sent every day. MOST POPULAR Cement industry faces higher costs in 2nd half Cashmere product maker upbeat on ferrosilicon refining Shenzhen property developer acquires Jiangxi province firms 12 inch chip JV unveiled in Shandong NDRC sets trillion RMB revenue target for hi-tech incubator China Chengtong awarded state asset Shanghai announces 20 key manufacturing sectors Software exports up 45% through May New standards likely to drive up pharmaceutical costs Airbus supports new repair base in Sichuan province Go to Complete List >

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