“The CEO is often the most ‘in the dark’ person in the company.” While this statement may come across as ironic, it uncovers a harsh reality in organisational management. Why do CEOs consistently find themselves at the tail end of truth in the organisations they lead? CEIBS Associate Professor of Strategy and International Business Terence Tsai dissected the dilemma akin to “The Emperor’s New Clothes” from a management perspective and proposed a solution to break this cycle.

In the bustling world of social entrepreneurship, Shenzhen Power Solution (SPS) stands out as a remarkable success story.

Sudden and erratic announcements of extensive US tariffs on Chinese goods, which at the time of writing stand at 145%, have sent shockwaves through both the Chinese and global economies. Is China’s firm retaliation against Trump’s tariff the right response?

The re-election of Donald Trump to the US Presidency in November 2024 has ignited widespread discussion regarding the return and escalation of protective trade policies.   

On April 2, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump, now in his second term, announced a sweeping 10% baseline tariff on all imports into the United States, with even steeper rates targeting specific countries. More than 100 trading partners are affected, including the EU, China, the UK, and Vietnam. The announcement has sparked strong backlash from multiple governments and triggered consecutive drops across global stock markets. In the case of China, the cumulative tariff burden on its exports has now climbed to a staggering 54%. For many Chinese private exporters—especially those heavily reliant on the U.S. market, including many led by CEIBS alumni—the consequences could be severe.

This report primarily focuses on the development of the AI industry both globally and in China, analysing its current state, the market landscape, and international expansion. It aims to assist the market in understanding and identifying development trends and opportunities within the AI industry, covering the overall AI industry landscape and the current state of AI development.

Prof. Majid Ghorbani offers essential knowledge and insights for expansion into a key Middle Eastern market.

In this article, CEIBS President Wang Hong shares insights and research on AI’s effects on management education, and highlights CEIBS’ determination and concrete actions in keeping pace with this unstoppable new technological wave.

On January 27, Chinese AI startup DeepSeek burst onto the global scene, dominating media coverage and sparking intense discussions across the AI innovation community.

Business can and should be a force for good – and this, in part, calls for effective partnering.

An overview of the opportunities and risks for Chinese enterprises in a dynamic developing market.

In 2024, China's economy is expected to achieve a GDP growth rate of around 5%, but it still faces significant headwinds in 2025. What is behind the stress on the Chinese economy? Will recently announced policies be able to spur growth? Can China reverse two consecutive years of deflation in 2025? What kind of policies are needed to continue hitting the 5% growth target? Most importantly, will 2025 be a turning point for China's economy? In this article, CEIBS Professor and Santander Chair in Economics Zhu Tian explores these questions and more.

Contributing to a healthier, fairer and more sustainable society through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is increasingly seen as a vital initiative for commercial organisations.

From AlphaGo to AlphaFold3, AI technology has evolved through a series of challenges to exert a profound impact on society, scientific research, and business today.

From "going global" to the adoption of AI, learn about what is driving decision making in China marketing this year.

Ever greater numbers of Chinese enterprises are currently seeking to enter the vast global market. For those looking for an idea of how to find international success, both history and geography provide valuable lessons.

In the current economic landscape, a growing number of professionals find themselves stuck in a state of workplace anxiety, caused by factors ranging from midlife crises to layoff waves and a general “rat-race” culture.