Emma Ma
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Shanghai
Reporter, Political Economy
Before joining the SCMP, Emma was a reporter for a state-run organisation for 16 years.
Before joining the SCMP, Emma was a reporter for a state-run organisation for 16 years.
Areas of Expertise:
financial sectors, real estate, economy
Languages Spoken:
English, Mandarin
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China hog prices, near decade low, seen squeezing profits amid deflation risks
Ministry data reveals nine-month slump in breeding stocks while top-listed companies face big financial hits as rising fuel and grain costs erode margins.
27 May 2026 - 1:00PM
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China’s population over 65 outnumbers children for first time since 1949: survey
At the end of last year, 15.87 per cent of China’s population was aged at least 65, compared with 15.25 per cent aged between 0 and 14.
26 May 2026 - 11:09AM
Millions of Chinese consumers ditch their credit cards amid weak retail spending
Banks report there are 120 million fewer active credit cards in China with 687 million customer accounts, a dramatic drop from 2022’s peak.
25 May 2026 - 1:03PM
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China breaks ground on Gulf aviation megaproject in shadow of Iran war
A state-owned firm has launched work on a massive aviation complex, signalling continued confidence amid regional conflict.
21 May 2026 - 7:00PM
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