China

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中国

economy

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经济

growth rate

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增速

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4.3 percent

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China Economy Growth Slows to 4.3 Percent in Second Quarter 2026

China economy expanded 4.3 percent in the second quarter of 2026, down from 5.0 percent in the first quarter. The slowdown reflects weak domestic demand and property sector challenges.

The Chinese National Bureau of Statistics released economic data showing that China economy expanded 4.3 percent in the second quarter on a year-over-year basis. This marks a slowdown from the first quarter growth of 5.0 percent and represents the slowest pace since late 2022. Analysts point to weak domestic demand as the main factor behind the growth deceleration. Retail sales grew only 2.7 percent year-on-year, far below the 11 percent average growth rate since 2000. The real estate crisis and overcapacity continue to pressurize domestic demand. The International Monetary Fund forecasts China economy will grow 4.6 percent this year and further slow to 4.3 percent next year as export strength fades.

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