What are China's primary stock exchanges?

China's main stock exchanges are the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) and the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SZSE). The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) also lists many Chinese companies.

What is the difference between A-shares and H-shares?

A-shares are stocks of mainland Chinese companies traded on SSE/SZSE, primarily for domestic investors. H-shares are stocks of mainland Chinese companies listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, accessible to international investors.

What key factors influence the Chinese stock market?

Major influences include government economic policies, official economic data, global geopolitical developments, and shifts in domestic investor sentiment.

How can foreign investors access the Chinese stock market?

Foreign investors can access through schemes like QFII, RQFII, and increasingly via the Stock Connect programs linking Shanghai and Shenzhen with Hong Kong.