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Analysis: What’s Behind China’s Diverging Economic Data

Published: Dec. 4, 2023  8:46 p.m.  GMT+8
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On Aug. 29, in Ezhou, Hubei province, workers install equipment at a manufacturing company. Photo: VCG
On Aug. 29, in Ezhou, Hubei province, workers install equipment at a manufacturing company. Photo: VCG

China’s economic data for October revealed diverging trends, influenced to some extent by seasonal factors and base effects.

The overall economy is going through a structural recovery rather than a full rebound, dragged down by issues such as insufficient total demand, dwindling external demand, declining prices, and waning business confidence. Continuous policy support is needed to stabilize growth.

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