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Chinese Investors Worry as US-China Relations Sour

1/30/2026

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Investors Weigh US-China Relations

A Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business survey finds 57.1% of Chinese investors worry about US-China relations and 56.8% worry about weak domestic demand.
A separate survey shows a growing partisan divide in the US regarding cooperation with China, with 53% of Americans now favoring friendly relations, primarily driven by Democrats.
A Carnegie Endowment poll found nearly 75% of Americans believe China will surpass the US in global influence.

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China Perception Shift

The Angus Reid Institute (a Canadian opinion research institute) reports a shift in views: 23% call China an enemy or threat, down from 62% in 2023, and 51% support cautious engagement.
Over 20% now view China as a friend or ally.
A Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB) survey shows mixed investor sentiment in China, with retail investors optimistic about gains and financial professionals cautious due to valuation concerns.

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Historical Context

President Richard Nixon's groundbreaking visit to China in 1972 initiated a significant shift in U.S.-China relations, culminating in the establishment of formal diplomatic ties in 1979. This rapprochement fostered economic interdependence, with bilateral trade reaching $559 billion by 2020. However, ongoing tensions, particularly regarding Taiwan, continue to shape perceptions and strategies between the two nations today.

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Investors Weigh US-China Relations

A Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business survey finds 57.1% of Chinese investors worry about US-China relations and 56.8% worry about weak domestic demand.
A separate survey shows a growing partisan divide in the US regarding cooperation with China, with 53% of Americans now favoring friendly relations, primarily driven by Democrats.
A Carnegie Endowment poll found nearly 75% of Americans believe China will surpass the US in global influence.

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