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Home » Markets News » China’s Economic Outlook: Signs of Recovery Amid Fragile Foundations

China’s Economic Outlook: Signs of Recovery Amid Fragile Foundations

  • October 18, 2024
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Following the release of significant economic data for September, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in China provided insights into the country’s economic landscape during a recent press conference. The data indicated some positive developments, reflecting a slightly hopeful outlook amid ongoing challenges.

Key statistics revealed an improvement in foreign trade, which performed better than initially anticipated. However, officials cautioned that the foundation for sustained economic recovery is still fragile. As a result, there are plans to accelerate the implementation of a range of policy measures aimed at stimulating growth.

Consumer activity also showed signs of improvement, driven by effective trade-in programs and investments in equipment upgrades that have positively influenced both consumption and investment levels. The NBS expressed optimism regarding the property sector, citing recent policy adjustments that are expected to foster positive changes moving forward. This optimism extends to the broader economy, with a goal to achieve GDP growth of around 5% in the fourth quarter.

Additionally, there appears to be ample room for further policy initiatives in the upcoming quarter, with expectations of an economic rebound gaining traction. Officials are confident that they can meet this year’s growth targets, despite facing pressure in the employment sector, which remains relatively stable.

In reaction to these developments, the Australian dollar (AUD) has shown mild gains against the U.S. dollar, managing to maintain a position above the 0.6700 level. Overall, the market response reflects cautious optimism as stakeholders await the impact of the proposed policy measures and the potential resurgence of economic activity.

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