"Foreign Investors Retreat from Chinese Stocks Amid Economic Downturn"
Foreign investors are increasingly selling off their assets in China and are expected to continue this trend into 2024, influenced by China's restrictive economic policies and the US's efforts to reduce dependency on Chinese supply chains. Despite President Xi Jinping's recognition of the importance of foreign capital, stringent regulations and a greater role for the Communist Party in the economy are deterring investment. While there has been a recent uptick in foreign capital into Chinese equities and bonds, the overall outlook remains cautious due to ongoing regulatory crackdowns and geopolitical tensions.