China mortgage interest rates for loans hiked

The China Post - China has raised mortgage interest rates and increased the down payment needed for loans to finance purchases of second homes in a move aimed at countering property speculation that is driving up prices. Full Story

Fed benchmark rate cut is a blessing and a curse for China

The China Post - As the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a point last week, it's doubtful much thought went into what it would mean for China. Full Story

Hong Kong shares surge to record after rate cut

The China Post - Hong Kong shares surged to a record close Wednesday, boosted by the U.S. Federal Reserve's larger-than-expected rate cut. Property firms led the way as several local banks also cut their interest rates. Full Story

China raises interest rates 0.27 percent

The China Post - China raised interest rates on Friday for the fifth time this year, the latest of a series of tightening steps to cap inflation and prevent the world's fourth largest economy from overheating. Full Story