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Asian disruption outpaces European tradition in the automotive industry

Once the pinnacle of innovation, German car manufacturers now risk being overtaken by Chinese automakers, who are adopting the latest technologies at a much faster pace. The willingness to innovate and embrace disruption seems to come more easily in a new market unencumbered by a long-established history.

Interest rates fall, but recovery remains elusive in China

China’s 10-year bond yield has recently dropped below 1.6 percent, a consequence of a weakening economy plagued by deflation. For the first time in 14 years, restrictive monetary policy has shifted towards a moderately expansionary stance. The goal: to support the economy and repair reputational damage.