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28 August 2012

Real estate transactions in 18 first and second tier cities tracked by China Confidential picked up by an average of 3%WoW in the week ended August 26. Home sales in 21 third and fourth tier cities also rose 23.60%WoW compared with the week prior. We think home sales are likely to hover at just below the robust levels of July and June during this year’s “golden autumn” traditional peak season for property transactions (CC Aug 23 Capital Intensive China). 

RENMINBI COMPASS

Renminbi Compass, a new research service launched by the FT, aims to act as a navigational guide through the expanding universe of renminbi asset classes. With the Chinese currency gaining ever-wider acceptance around the world and Beijing taking steps to open its capital account, we are broadening our research coverage to include not only equity funds but also all other important renminbi asset classes, such as chengtou bonds, dim sum bonds, real estate, trust products, underground banking, art, antiques and several others.