China's surprise

China’s economy beats expectations and TSMC delivers another blockbuster quarter. Plus, attention swings back to Washington, where President Donald Trump renews his feud with Fed Chair Jerome Powell, just as his nominee for chair, Kevin Warsh, prepares to face Congress next week.

Today’s recommended read: In the world of war and rivalry, tech is the victor, by Mike Dolan

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