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China's Q3 GDP Hits 4.5% as AI Exports Outpace Weak Domestic Demand

China's third-quarter GDP growth accelerated to 4.5% year-on-year, exceeding forecasts and rising from 4.3% in the previous quarter. This performance puts the nation on track to meet its 2026 growth target of 4.5% to 5% without additional stimulus. The surge was driven by a 5.5% increase in industrial production, fueled by strong export demand for AI-related electronics and autos. Conversely, domestic consumption remained sluggish, with retail sales rising only 1.1%. Investment figures showed significant weakness, with fixed-asset investment falling 7.2% and property investment dropping 20.6% over the first nine months of the year.

via The Guardian|

#ai-exports #china-gdp #economy

economy1 month ago•52 min saved

Argentina’s manufacturing sector hits pandemic-era lows in July

Argentina’s industrial output fell 4.9% year-over-year in July, marking the sharpest monthly decline in 16 months and returning activity levels to 2020 pandemic lows. The sector has contracted 9% since Milei took office, with 13 of 16 subsectors posting negative growth. While oil refining and food production saw minor gains, machinery and textiles suffered severe drops. Analysts cite high energy costs, import competition, and stalled public works as primary drivers of the ongoing downturn.

via Yahoo|

#argentina #economy #indec

economics4 months ago•37 min saved

China’s Spending Slump Tests Post-Pandemic Recovery

China’s consumer spending and investment slumped to Covid-era levels, with retail sales down 0.6% year over year and fixed-asset investment dropping 4.1% in the first five months, even as industrial production rose and exports remain robust, signaling a stalled recovery amid ongoing headwinds for domestic demand.

via Bloomberg|

#china #economics #economy

economy7 months ago•4 min saved

Holiday-driven demand and exports lift China’s early-2026 momentum

China kicked off 2026 on firmer footing as consumption and production beat expectations: retail sales rose 2.8% year‑on‑year in Jan–Feb, helped by the Lunar New Year; industrial output climbed 6.3%; exports surged nearly 22%; fixed-asset investment excluding real estate rose 5.2% as infrastructure and manufacturing supported growth. Real estate remained weak with new-home prices down 3.2%. Geopolitical tensions and higher energy costs pose headwinds, but China’s energy supply is ample and policy makers have set a 2026 GDP growth target of 4.5%–5%.

via CNBC|

#china #economy #exports

economy1 year ago•1 min saved

U.S. Economy Rebounds Under Trump

The U.S. economy is showing strong signs of recovery under President Trump, with consistent inflation control, rising industrial output, record customs revenues, robust retail sales, and declining unemployment claims, indicating a positive economic trajectory.

via The White House (.gov)|

#economy #employment #industrial-production

finance1 year ago•4 min saved

Asian Markets Waver Amid Inflation Concerns and Mixed Data

Asian markets saw mixed performances with South Korean stocks leading declines due to a drop in industrial production for the second consecutive month. The Kospi and Kosdaq indices fell, while China's CSI 300 rose by 2% amid expectations of stabilizing home prices. Japan's inflation data showed an increase, influencing the yen's appreciation. Meanwhile, India's economic growth is projected to slow, and Australia's competition watchdog approved an interim partnership between Virgin and Qatar Airways. Additionally, India's competition authority is investigating Google's gaming app policies.

via CNBC|

#china #finance #industrial-production

economy2 years ago•0 min saved

"China's Economic Rewiring: High-Quality Growth and Innovation"

Despite a property slump leading to the slowest quarterly growth in five quarters, China's technology-driven sectors like EVs, solar, and tech are showing strength, aligning with Xi Jinping's goal for high-quality growth.

via Bloomberg|

#china #economy #industrial-production

economy2 years ago•2 min saved

China's Q2 GDP Growth Slows to 4.7%, Missing Expectations

China's second-quarter GDP growth of 4.7% fell short of the expected 5.1%, with June retail sales also missing forecasts. However, industrial production exceeded expectations, growing by 5.3%. Urban fixed asset investment met expectations, but infrastructure and manufacturing investment growth slowed, and real estate investment continued to decline. The urban unemployment rate remained steady at 5%. Despite higher-than-expected export growth, weak domestic demand and credit data indicate ongoing economic challenges.

via CNBC|

#china #economic-growth #economy

economics2 years ago•2 min saved

"China's Strong Start: Industrial Output and Retail Sales Exceed Expectations"

China's economic data for the first two months of the year surpassed expectations, with retail sales rising 5.5%, industrial production increasing 7%, and fixed asset investment rising by 4.2%. However, real estate investment fell by 9%, and retail sales did not rebound as strongly as expected. The country's focus on developing manufacturing and technological capabilities was emphasized, while new support for the real estate sector was not revealed. Additionally, exports for January and February exceeded expectations, rising by 7.1% in U.S. dollar terms.

via CNBC|

#china #economic-data #economics

economy2 years ago•4 min saved

"Challenges and Opportunities: Assessing Germany's Economic Outlook"

Germany's economy continues to struggle as recent data shows declines in industrial production, exports, and factory orders. While there are some glimmers of hope, such as a slight uptick in the Purchasing Managers' Index, experts remain cautious about the prospects for economic recovery. Factors such as global rate hikes, high energy prices, and political challenges within the coalition government are contributing to the uncertainty, with some forecasting a modest contraction in the first quarter of 2024 and a flat full-year growth.

via CNBC|

#economy #exports #germany

economy2 years ago•6 min saved

"Germany's Industrial Decline: Is a Green Victory on the Horizon?"

Germany's industrial production has been in decline since 2017, with factors such as the energy crisis, loss of cheap Russian gas, and competition from China contributing to the country's fading industrial competitiveness. The transition to clean energy and the scrapping of nuclear power have also impacted the economy, leading to job losses and the relocation of investments to China. Germany's lag in areas such as AI, EVs, microchips, and internet infrastructure further exacerbates its economic challenges, with the country's export prowess also diminishing.

via Mish Talk|

#economic-decline #economy #germany

economic-news2 years ago•0 min saved

China's Economic Recovery: Industrial Production Soars, Retail Sales Disappoint

China's industrial production and retail sales have experienced a significant jump, indicating a strong rebound in the country's economy. Industrial production rose by 6.9% in October compared to the previous year, surpassing expectations, while retail sales increased by 4.3%, marking the first positive growth this year. These figures suggest that China's economy is recovering from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, driven by increased consumer spending and a revival in manufacturing activities.

via Financial Times|

#china #consumer-spending #economic-growth

economy3 years ago•2 min saved

China's Surprising Economic Growth in Q3 Boosts Asian Currencies

China's third-quarter economic growth exceeded expectations, with GDP growing at 4.9% from a year earlier, beating economists' forecast of 4.6%. Retail sales and industrial production also showed positive signs, with growth in September surpassing market expectations. However, the property sector remains a drag on the economy, and the external environment is becoming more complex. China's recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic is described as "tortuous," and consumer sentiment has been affected by the real estate debt crisis.

via CNBC|

#china #consumer-spending #economic-growth

economy3 years ago•2 min saved

China's Retail Sales Soar, Surpassing Expectations with 4.6% Growth in August

China's retail sales and industrial production in August exceeded expectations, with retail sales growing by 4.6% and industrial production by 4.5% compared to the previous year. However, fixed asset investment only grew by 3.2%, missing expectations, due to a decline in real estate investment and a slowdown in infrastructure investment. The Chinese government has implemented measures to support the real estate market and consumption, including a reduction in the reserve requirement ratio for banks. Moody's has downgraded its outlook on China's property sector, expecting sales to fall by around 5% in the next six to 12 months. Consumer spending remains relatively muted due to uncertainty about future income.

via CNBC|

#china #economic-growth #economy

economy3 years ago•0 min saved

German Industrial Production Plunges, Deepening Economic Gloom

Germany's industrial production continues to decline, deepening concerns about the country's economic outlook. The manufacturing sector, which is heavily reliant on global trade, has been particularly affected by the ongoing trade tensions and uncertainties. This latest data adds to the gloom surrounding Germany's economy, raising fears of a potential recession.

via Financial Times|

#economic-downturn #economy #germany