On June 29, 2026, CEIBS hosted the 9th CEIBS Accounting and Finance Symposium at its Shanghai campus, bringing together more than 80 scholars from leading universities across the United States, Europe, and Asia. The one-day event provided a vibrant platform for interdisciplinary exchange on the evolving landscape of finance, accounting, economics, and technology.

“Neither side benefits from escalation: Europe would face higher costs and slower green transition, while China would lose access to a key market."

"These arrangements have generally been used on an ad hoc basis and have not evolved into a regular liquidity backstop."

“China’s supply side remains relatively strong: Exports are growing rapidly, industrial production is holding up well, and high-tech sectors continue to expand. However, domestic demand remains weak.”

"It's not a crackdown – but understandably, there are fresh worries when memories of 2021 have never faded."

“The competition here is such that it propels its industry ahead of others.”

As the global financial system undergoes profound restructuring, Hong Kong has a rare opportunity to strengthen its position as a leading international financial centre.

“Once properties become a stable tax source, local governments will be more serious and sincere in protecting your property."

“The Chinese economy still demonstrates resilience in trade and industrial supply chains.”

Prof. Howei Wu discusses China's latest GDP figures and whether exports can remain a key driver for the country's economy.

"Given all the erratic policies introduced by ‌Donald Trump ⁠and the uncertainty his policies have introduced to the world economy, the message of China being a stabilizing force probably finds a more willing audience this year than last year."

“This is an act making full use of – or abusing – America’s superpower status.”

“In just 40 years, we’ve completed a development path that the West has taken a hundred years or longer to traverse. Our wealth-accumulation speed is far faster."

"The banks’ biggest problems are also the economy’s biggest challenges. Deflation and lack of confidence discourage private firms from borrowing. Falling real estate prices put downward pressure on the banks’ assets."

"Local officials have limited policy actions to take to stimulate consumption."

"This is a time for central government to increase its budget deficit, to boost the economy."

CEIBS Professor Zhu Tian's suggestion to give every Chinese citizen RMB 3,000 to stimulate the economy quoted in France 24 article on consumer spending.

"Logically, the world’s biggest buyer should have pricing power – but that hasn’t been the case."