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China’s Economy Begins Year on Strong Footing – But Will Momentum Hold?

2026-03-24
China’s economy in 2026 has opened the year with accelerating industrial output, surging foreign trade, and continued high-tech investment, even as domestic consumption remains subdued and private and foreign investment continue to decline. Policymakers have signalled continuity, with expansionary fiscal policy and an accommodative monetary stance set to support growth through the year.
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