Image: The Rio TimesAsia Intelligence Brief β Wednesday, July 1, 2026
β’ Japan's business confidence has increased for the fifth consecutive quarter, signaling sustained economic optimism. β’ China's private factory activity remained stable with a reading of 51.7 as the new quarter began on July 1, 2026. β’ Beijing formally implemented new regulations today designed to restrict capital flight and keep investment within the country.
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