China

Zhōngguó

中国

economy

jīngjì

经济

growth rate

zēngsù

增速

slows

fàngruǎn

放缓

to

zhì

至

4.3 percent

4.3%

4.3%

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China Economic Growth Slows to 4.3 Percent in Second Quarter, Lowest Since Late 2022

China reported second quarter GDP growth of 4.3 percent, below the forecast of 4.5 percent and marking the slowest pace since the fourth quarter of 2022.

China National Bureau of Statistics released the latest economic data showing that China real gross domestic product grew 4.3 percent year-over-year in the second quarter of 2026. The growth rate fell short of economist expectations of 4.5 percent and weakened sequentially. This marks the slowest quarterly growth rate since the fourth quarter of 2022. Analysts point out that the slowdown in investment growth is one of the main reasons for the economic slowdown. Consumer spending growth remains weak and has failed to effectively drive economic expansion. Economists widely agree that policy stimulus measures are needed. Experts recommend that the government increase fiscal spending. The central bank may consider cutting interest rates to release liquidity. The economic situation faces significant pressure and challenges ahead.

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