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Keywords: Chinese economy


China's manufacturing activity unexpectedly contracts in July as domestic demand remains weak

China's manufacturing sector unexpectedly returned to contraction in July, highlighting persistent challenges facing the world's second-largest economy as weak domestic demand and rising production costs continue to weigh on industrial activity. Official data released by the National Bureau......

China’s car market faces its weakest year since 2021 as demand slows

China’s passenger car market is heading toward a difficult year as weakening consumer demand and intensifying competition put pressure on sales. Recent figures suggest that 2026 could become the sector’s weakest year since 2021, following a period of strong growth and record sales in the......

China’s youth unemployment rate falls to one-year low as labor market shows signs of improvement

China’s youth unemployment rate declined to its lowest level in a year in June, according to official data, offering a positive signal for the country’s labor market despite continued challenges facing young job seekers. Figures released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) showed......

China’s economic growth expected to slow in second quarter, increasing pressure for fresh stimulus

China's economy is expected to lose momentum in the second quarter of 2026, with softer domestic demand offsetting resilient export performance and strengthening expectations that Beijing could introduce additional measures to support growth. Economists surveyed by Reuters forecast that China's......

China retail sales stall in April as economic momentum weakens

China’s economy lost significant momentum in April as consumer spending nearly stalled and major industrial indicators missed expectations, reinforcing concerns over weakening domestic demand and rising economic pressure. Official data released Monday showed retail sales rose just 0.2% year on......

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