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Investing.com - UBS has identified what it calls a "second China shock" to global trade, highlighting a significant surge in Chinese exports particularly to emerging markets. For investors tracking these crucial market shifts, InvestingPro offers comprehensive emerging markets analysis tools and real-time trade flow indicators.
In a Global Economics and Strategy note providing a multi-asset analysis, UBS observed that China’s export growth extends "well beyond transshipping" activities, indicating a fundamental shift in trade patterns.
The investment bank pointed to a concerning disconnect in China’s economic indicators, noting that while listed company capital expenditure is falling, credit growth to manufacturing continues to run at approximately twice pre-Covid rates.
This divergence between declining corporate investment and expanding manufacturing credit creates potential economic imbalances, according to the UBS analysis.
UBS warned that these conditions pose "disinflationary risks to EM CPI and manufacturing margins," suggesting emerging markets could face both consumer price pressures and manufacturing profitability challenges as a result of China’s export surge.
In other recent news, Safe and Green Development Corporation (SGD) has announced the completion of its acquisition of Resource Group US Holdings LLC, a move that is expected to enhance its revenue-generating capabilities. This acquisition aligns with SGD’s strategy to expand its portfolio of environmentally friendly soil solutions and is seen as a significant step toward increasing revenues and shareholder value. Following this acquisition, SGD has appointed three new board members: Bjarne Borg, James D. Burnham, and Anthony M. Cialone, who bring extensive experience in real estate, mergers, and strategic planning. Additionally, SGD’s subsidiary, Resource Group US Holdings LLC, is set to expand into the premium potting media and soil substrates market, leveraging advanced milling technology.
The subsidiary aims to market these products under the "Renewable Earth" brand, with potential pricing reaching up to five times that of traditional compost offerings. CEO David Villarreal emphasized the company’s commitment to its strategic goals, noting projected revenue growth from $16 million in 2023 to approximately $25 million in 2025. Despite recent stock price volatility, Villarreal assured shareholders that the company’s operational plans remain unchanged. The completion of Resource Group’s audit and standard closing procedures are the remaining steps for finalizing the acquisition. Investors are advised to review the forthcoming proxy statement filed with the SEC for detailed transaction information.
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