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China tech stocks Tencent, Alibaba in govt crosshairs; lessons for investors - China expert Professor Michele Geraci

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China's tech giants - including Tencent - are coming under increasing pressure from regulators worried about their growing influence. China's President Xi Jinping has ordered regulators to step up their oversight of internet companies, crack down on monopolies and promote fair competition.What's behind these developments and what are the consequences for investors with exposure to Chinese tech stocks? Unpacking developments for the BizNews community is China financial markets and economy expert Professor Michele Geraci, of the University of Nottingham, who spoke to BizNews editor at large Jackie Cameron. #China #Tencent #Alibaba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
31 Mar 2021 9AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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