Ⅰ. Introduction In the wake of the Debt Crisis of the early 1980s, the World Bank pub-lished a report to summarize developing countries’ experience in utilizingforeign capital. According to the report, "Foreign...Ⅰ. Introduction In the wake of the Debt Crisis of the early 1980s, the World Bank pub-lished a report to summarize developing countries’ experience in utilizingforeign capital. According to the report, "Foreign finance can promotegrowth through higher investment and technology transfers. It can allowcountries to adjust gradually to new circumstances in the world economy.展开更多
Reductions in barriers to global trade have not been accompanied by a widespread looseningof restrictions on international flows of capital, especially in China. This study shows thatChina has some of the most restric...Reductions in barriers to global trade have not been accompanied by a widespread looseningof restrictions on international flows of capital, especially in China. This study shows thatChina has some of the most restrictive controls and uses them effectively to bias flows ofcross-border capital heavily in favor of foreign direct investment (FDI) and limit flows ofportfolio and bank assets and liabilities, as well as reducing capital flow volatility. China isnow facing pressure to speed up its opening to all forms of cross border capital. But sinceChina is still struggling to strengthen its domestic financial structure, capital accountliberalization would expose it to considerable risks and potentially high costs.展开更多
Based on the epistemology and methodology of organizational routine evolution, this paper presents a systematic analysis on how ultimate shareholders control listed companies by means of equity control chain in a pyra...Based on the epistemology and methodology of organizational routine evolution, this paper presents a systematic analysis on how ultimate shareholders control listed companies by means of equity control chain in a pyramid structure and social capital control chain hidden in social networks. First, this paper examines the internal logic of ultimate shareholders＇ double control chain and designs an iterative model for dynamic evolution intent proceeding from ultimate shareholders ＇degree of intent for social capital control. Finally, with the case study of Inner Mongolia Caoyuan Xingfa Co., Ltd., this paper reveals the process and mechanism of ultimate shareholders＇ creation of double control chain.展开更多
This paper reviews the issues involved in moving towards greater exchange rate flexibilityand capital account liberalization in China. A more flexible exchange rate regime wouldallow China to operate a more independen...This paper reviews the issues involved in moving towards greater exchange rate flexibilityand capital account liberalization in China. A more flexible exchange rate regime wouldallow China to operate a more independent monetary policy, providing a useful bufferagainst domestic and external shocks. At the same time, weaknesses in China’s financialsystem suggest that capital account liberalization poses significant risks and should be alower priority in the short term. This paper concludes that greater exchange rate flexibilityis in China’s own interest and that, along with a more stable and robust financial system, itshould be regarded as a prerequisite for undertaking a substantial liberalization of thecapital account.展开更多
In late February 2006, China surpassed Japan to become the world＇s largest holder of foreign exchange reserves. Beijing is now faced with the growing challenge of how to handle these vast reserves effectively. Althou...In late February 2006, China surpassed Japan to become the world＇s largest holder of foreign exchange reserves. Beijing is now faced with the growing challenge of how to handle these vast reserves effectively. Although China＇s soaring foreign exchange reserves indicate that its overall strength has grown, they have created internal and external pressures on the balance of the economy, and introduced risks to the financial system. It is estimated in the present study that foreign exchange reserves of approximately US$ 400bn in 2005 would have been appropriate under circumstances of a managed floating exchange rate regime and capital control. China ＇s actual reserves have far exceeded its normal demand. The objective of China is to maintain an optimal level that maximizes net benefits as a whole, Four main policv options are available for China to achieve its target： spending and investing foreign exchange reserves, gradual liberalization of the capital account, diversification of foreign exchange reserves and a switch in holders of foreign exchange reserves. Spending and investing in foreign exchange reserves can be undertaken in combination with liberalization in the capital account, given careful consideration of the risks involved. Liberalization should be extensive but gradual so that companies and individuals can adjust to changes in financial markets and manage portfolios while avoiding unnecessary risks.展开更多
Since 2014, capital inflows into China have turned into capital outflows, reversing the gradual appreciation path of the renminbi against the US dollar into an erratic depreciation path. The paper explains the current...Since 2014, capital inflows into China have turned into capital outflows, reversing the gradual appreciation path of the renminbi against the US dollar into an erratic depreciation path. The paper explains the current capital ouows by comparing China and Japan with respect to the impact of exchange rate expectations on speculative capital flows. It is argued that both in China and Japan, given benign liquidity conditions in the USA, policy-induced appreciation expectations have generated capital inflows that have contributed to overinvestment and financial market bubbles. The current reversal of capital flows is seen as a signal that the bubble in China has burst. To stabilize growth in China and to discourage speculative capital ouows a fixed exchange rate to the dollar is recommended. Given Japan＇s experience and given that China＇s foreign assets remain high, the depreciation pressure on the Chinese renminbi can be expected to abate.展开更多
This paper examines the effectiveness of China＇s monetary policy in curbing the overheating and speculation problems under the current foreign exchange system. The paper stresses the necessity of capital controls in ...This paper examines the effectiveness of China＇s monetary policy in curbing the overheating and speculation problems under the current foreign exchange system. The paper stresses the necessity of capital controls in China＇s gradual foreign exchange reform and the importance of credible government policy in guiding market expectations. Also, the paper discusses the persistence of China＇s external imbalance, and provides policy recommendations for its reduction.展开更多
This paper empirically tests the existence of contagion using data on China ＇ s five parallel markets with different entry barriers for foreign capital. Taking the 1997 stock market crash as our experiment and using ...This paper empirically tests the existence of contagion using data on China ＇ s five parallel markets with different entry barriers for foreign capital. Taking the 1997 stock market crash as our experiment and using data on A, B and H shares, red chips and American depository receipts, the present paper tests whether these China-backed market returns respond differently to foreign shocks during the pre-1997 and post-1997 crash period. Evidence suggests that the contagion effects are stronger in markets with fewer entry barriers. An important implication of our findings is that countries vulnerable to contagion could be justified to impose some limits on capital flows.展开更多
This paper investigates the formation mechanism and dynamic changes of the AH premium,which represents the difference in price between A-shares and H-shares of Chinese companies dual-listed at the Shanghai/Shenzhen an...This paper investigates the formation mechanism and dynamic changes of the AH premium,which represents the difference in price between A-shares and H-shares of Chinese companies dual-listed at the Shanghai/Shenzhen and the Hong Kong stock exchanges.The study employs multi-factor econometric models to examine the effects of regulatory differences,investors’sentiment,firm-specific fundamentals,and macroeconomic conditions on explaining both the collective and individual impacts on the AH premium.We find that capital control policies and regulatory differences are the major sources of the premium,with more stringent restrictions associated with higher premiums.Investors’sentiment is also found to be significant as speculative retail trade at the A-share market drives the price discrepancy,particularly during periods of market volatility.Firm-specific fundamentals such as profitability or leverage also explain much of the price difference between the two markets.Macroeconomic conditions,such as exchange rates and interest rate differences,are also important in explaining the dynamic changes of the AH premium.The study provides important insights for arbitrage opportunities and market inefficiency and has policy implications for policymakers to enhance cross-market integration.展开更多
文摘Ⅰ. Introduction In the wake of the Debt Crisis of the early 1980s, the World Bank pub-lished a report to summarize developing countries’ experience in utilizingforeign capital. According to the report, "Foreign finance can promotegrowth through higher investment and technology transfers. It can allowcountries to adjust gradually to new circumstances in the world economy.
文摘Reductions in barriers to global trade have not been accompanied by a widespread looseningof restrictions on international flows of capital, especially in China. This study shows thatChina has some of the most restrictive controls and uses them effectively to bias flows ofcross-border capital heavily in favor of foreign direct investment (FDI) and limit flows ofportfolio and bank assets and liabilities, as well as reducing capital flow volatility. China isnow facing pressure to speed up its opening to all forms of cross border capital. But sinceChina is still struggling to strengthen its domestic financial structure, capital accountliberalization would expose it to considerable risks and potentially high costs.
基金Phased results of fund project： ＂Study on the Ultimate Shareholder＇s Control and Deprivation in Listed Companies from the Perspective of Social Capital,＂ sponsored by National Natural Science Foundation of China （Grant No. 71072072） ＂Study on Ultimate Control Rights of China＇s Listed Companies from the Perspective of Social Capital,＂ sponsored by Graduate Innovation Fund of Capital University of Economics and Business （Grant No.CUEB2010507）.
文摘Based on the epistemology and methodology of organizational routine evolution, this paper presents a systematic analysis on how ultimate shareholders control listed companies by means of equity control chain in a pyramid structure and social capital control chain hidden in social networks. First, this paper examines the internal logic of ultimate shareholders＇ double control chain and designs an iterative model for dynamic evolution intent proceeding from ultimate shareholders ＇degree of intent for social capital control. Finally, with the case study of Inner Mongolia Caoyuan Xingfa Co., Ltd., this paper reveals the process and mechanism of ultimate shareholders＇ creation of double control chain.
文摘This paper reviews the issues involved in moving towards greater exchange rate flexibilityand capital account liberalization in China. A more flexible exchange rate regime wouldallow China to operate a more independent monetary policy, providing a useful bufferagainst domestic and external shocks. At the same time, weaknesses in China’s financialsystem suggest that capital account liberalization poses significant risks and should be alower priority in the short term. This paper concludes that greater exchange rate flexibilityis in China’s own interest and that, along with a more stable and robust financial system, itshould be regarded as a prerequisite for undertaking a substantial liberalization of thecapital account.
文摘In late February 2006, China surpassed Japan to become the world＇s largest holder of foreign exchange reserves. Beijing is now faced with the growing challenge of how to handle these vast reserves effectively. Although China＇s soaring foreign exchange reserves indicate that its overall strength has grown, they have created internal and external pressures on the balance of the economy, and introduced risks to the financial system. It is estimated in the present study that foreign exchange reserves of approximately US$ 400bn in 2005 would have been appropriate under circumstances of a managed floating exchange rate regime and capital control. China ＇s actual reserves have far exceeded its normal demand. The objective of China is to maintain an optimal level that maximizes net benefits as a whole, Four main policv options are available for China to achieve its target： spending and investing foreign exchange reserves, gradual liberalization of the capital account, diversification of foreign exchange reserves and a switch in holders of foreign exchange reserves. Spending and investing in foreign exchange reserves can be undertaken in combination with liberalization in the capital account, given careful consideration of the risks involved. Liberalization should be extensive but gradual so that companies and individuals can adjust to changes in financial markets and manage portfolios while avoiding unnecessary risks.
文摘Since 2014, capital inflows into China have turned into capital outflows, reversing the gradual appreciation path of the renminbi against the US dollar into an erratic depreciation path. The paper explains the current capital ouows by comparing China and Japan with respect to the impact of exchange rate expectations on speculative capital flows. It is argued that both in China and Japan, given benign liquidity conditions in the USA, policy-induced appreciation expectations have generated capital inflows that have contributed to overinvestment and financial market bubbles. The current reversal of capital flows is seen as a signal that the bubble in China has burst. To stabilize growth in China and to discourage speculative capital ouows a fixed exchange rate to the dollar is recommended. Given Japan＇s experience and given that China＇s foreign assets remain high, the depreciation pressure on the Chinese renminbi can be expected to abate.
文摘This paper examines the effectiveness of China＇s monetary policy in curbing the overheating and speculation problems under the current foreign exchange system. The paper stresses the necessity of capital controls in China＇s gradual foreign exchange reform and the importance of credible government policy in guiding market expectations. Also, the paper discusses the persistence of China＇s external imbalance, and provides policy recommendations for its reduction.
文摘This paper empirically tests the existence of contagion using data on China ＇ s five parallel markets with different entry barriers for foreign capital. Taking the 1997 stock market crash as our experiment and using data on A, B and H shares, red chips and American depository receipts, the present paper tests whether these China-backed market returns respond differently to foreign shocks during the pre-1997 and post-1997 crash period. Evidence suggests that the contagion effects are stronger in markets with fewer entry barriers. An important implication of our findings is that countries vulnerable to contagion could be justified to impose some limits on capital flows.
文摘This paper investigates the formation mechanism and dynamic changes of the AH premium,which represents the difference in price between A-shares and H-shares of Chinese companies dual-listed at the Shanghai/Shenzhen and the Hong Kong stock exchanges.The study employs multi-factor econometric models to examine the effects of regulatory differences,investors’sentiment,firm-specific fundamentals,and macroeconomic conditions on explaining both the collective and individual impacts on the AH premium.We find that capital control policies and regulatory differences are the major sources of the premium,with more stringent restrictions associated with higher premiums.Investors’sentiment is also found to be significant as speculative retail trade at the A-share market drives the price discrepancy,particularly during periods of market volatility.Firm-specific fundamentals such as profitability or leverage also explain much of the price difference between the two markets.Macroeconomic conditions,such as exchange rates and interest rate differences,are also important in explaining the dynamic changes of the AH premium.The study provides important insights for arbitrage opportunities and market inefficiency and has policy implications for policymakers to enhance cross-market integration.
