Yicai (第一财经) : Shanghai Media Group's financial news arm spanning TV, print and online reporting.

Shanghai Media Group launched Yicai in 2003 to create a financial news franchise, comparable to CNBC crossed with a US business daily.

Reporters follow stock market moves, corporate earnings, monetary policy and consumer brands, with coverage aimed at investors, executives and finance professionals.

Readers outside China can turn to Yicai Global, its English edition publishing original and repackaged stories; the main site keeps most reporting in Chinese.

How reliable is Yicai for China market news?

Yicai is considered reliable for Chinese financial and economic news. It has strong coverage of stock markets, banking, real estate, and macroeconomics. Its English edition is well-regarded among foreign investors. It is less investigative than Caixin but more comprehensive in market data.

Does Yicai's English edition require payment?

Yicai Global (English) offers free articles with optional subscription for premium content. The Chinese edition (yicai.com) has a paywall for some in-depth reports. Breaking news and market data are free. The subscription cost is lower than Caixin's.

Is Yicai accessible from the US?

Sure thing. Yicai (China Business News) is accessible from the US without a VPN. It is a major Chinese financial and business news outlet under Shanghai Media Group. It has both Chinese and English editions (yicaiglobal.com). The English site targets international investors.