I unapologetically reproduce an economic viewpoint for 2011-12 from a Chinese source (Andy Xie: my1510.cn) since continued short term economic relative stability is surely inextricably linked with China. Before you question what an economic piece is doing in a marketing blog, let us just agree that the global economic context affects market behaviour and business priorities. In any case, it makes for fascinating reading!
2011 may look like 2010, beginning with hope, sliding into fear in the middle, and ending with hope again. Read more....
