Oxford Economics Louis Kuijs on China's Economic Risks

The video discusses China's economic challenges, focusing on common prosperity, energy crisis impacts, and bond market insights. It highlights China's strategies to manage debt and emissions amid economic slowdown, and raises concerns about potential policy overreach affecting growth and the private sector.

What is the expected growth rate for China's economy in the fourth quarter?

• Between 5% and 6%

• Between 4% and 5%

• Below 4%

• Above 6%

Which sector is likely to be most affected by the energy crisis?

• Technology

• Agriculture

• Heavy industry

• Retail

What is the bond market's role in understanding economic trends?

• Predicting stock prices

• Assessing inflation and growth

• Determining currency exchange rates

• Forecasting unemployment rates

What is China focusing on alongside managing the Evergrande crisis?

• Boosting tourism

• Reducing carbon emissions

• Increasing exports

• Enhancing technology

What is a potential risk of China's policy interventions?

• Excessive foreign debt

• Policy overreach

• Over-reliance on imports

• Underinvestment in infrastructure

How might policy overreach affect the private sector in China?

• Increase in foreign investments

• Reduced confidence and leeway

• Higher profit margins

• Greater operational freedom

What is a key concern for China's economic policy moving forward?

• Balancing growth and emission control

• Reducing educational funding

• Increasing military spending

• Expanding urban development