Laura He,
Laura He is a reporter and digital producer for CNN Business, based in Hong Kong. She covers news about Asian business and markets with a focus on China. Before joining CNN, she was a senior financial correspondent for South China Morning Post based in Hong Kong and worked for Dow Jones in both Hong Kong and San Francisco. Laura also worked for Forbes, where she wrote about Chinese entrepreneurs and venture capitalists in Silicon Valley. She began her career with Xinhua News Agency as a chief financial correspondent and on-air reporter in Hong Kong, as well as an editor in Beijing. Laura holds a Master's degree in journalism from Stanford University and speaks English, Mandarin, and Cantonese.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
85%
Examples:
- Coverage of the replacement of the head of China's securities regulator after a significant market meltdown may imply an agenda to report on financial instability.
- Focus on Chinese business and markets with a potential for state-sided narrative influence.
Conflicts of Interest
75%
Examples:
- CNN is owned by AT&T Inc., which has business interests that may be affected by the news coverage.
- Laura He previously worked for companies such as Dow Jones and Forbes, which may have their own financial interests at play.
Contradictions
75%
Examples:
- Incorrectly stated that Wu Qing was previously the chairman of the Shanghai Stock Exchange between 2016 and 2018, and incorrectly stated his appointment to CSRC.
- Reported that oil prices jumped after an attack on Iran, while Brent crude and US crude futures actually decreased in value.
Deceptions
60%
Examples:
- Incorrect statements about Wu Qing's tenure and appointment may be an attempt to deceive the audience.
- Used on-air reporter from Xinhua News Agency without disclosing potential conflicts of interest.
Recent Articles
Adidas Under Investigation: Anonymous Letter Accuses Local Executives of Embezzlement and Kickbacks in China
Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024Adidas faces an investigation over alleged embezzlement and kickbacks by local executives in China, threatening its market presence and sales growth. The German sportswear giant confirmed receiving an anonymous letter with claims of millions in losses and illegal payments from suppliers. The whistleblowers also accused a senior executive's team members of involvement, while Adidas contributes 15% of its sales from the Greater China market. 
Tesla Announces Price Cuts Amidst Declining Sales and Intensifying Competition
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 April 2024Tesla cuts prices for its models in China, Europe, and the US to match production with demand and stay competitive amid increasing pressure from Chinese automakers like Li Auto and BYD. The price reductions range from $1,930 to $4,144 per vehicle. India's Mammoth General Elections: Over 970 Million Eligible Voters Cast Their Ballots from April to June 2024
Broke On: Monday, 18 March 2024India's 2024 national election, with over 970 million eligible voters and seven phases, is a massive undertaking requiring 15 million officials. PM Narendra Modi seeks a third term leading the Hindu nationalist BJP. Challenges include remote polling stations and tensions between Iran and Israel affecting oil prices. First-time voters play a significant role in this historic election. 
China's New Securities Regulator Promises Zero-Tolerance Policy Against Malicious Short Selling
Broke On: Thursday, 08 February 2024China's securities regulator, Wu Qing, has been appointed as chairman and party secretary of the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC), replacing Yi Huiman. The CSRC has announced a new zero-tolerance policy against malicious short selling.