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China's factory activity flatlines casting doubt over the economy

China's manufacturing sector barely held its ground in May, with official data showing activity slipping to its weakest reading in three months as the fallout from the Iran war and entrenched domestic weakness raise fresh doubts about Beijing's growth ambitions.

Economy

Trump in Beijing: How do the US and China compare as superpowers?

US President Donald Trump's visit to China this week comes as the rivalry between the world's two largest economies is increasingly shaped by economic competition, technological leadership and global influence.

Economy

China hits 5% growth goal, but weak demand tells another story

China’s economy grew in line with official targets last year, yet economists warn that reliance on exports may not be enough to sustain growth in 2026.

Business

BYD sales pull ahead as Tesla stumbles on sales and politics

Tesla’s early dominance of the electric car market is being challenged as China’s BYD posts record sales and wins over European consumers with lower prices.

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Economy

China’s factories return to growth after eight-month slump

Factory activity expanded in December for the first time since early 2025, offering a tentative boost for the world’s second-largest economy after months of weak demand.

Economy

China’s economy loses momentum amid spending and investment slump

Retail sales slowed and investment contracted compared to previous years as Chinese policymakers aim to make domestic demand a top priority in 2026.

Economy

China's exports fall 1.1% in October, hit by lower shipments to US

China's exports contracted in October as the country recorded a 25% drop in shipments to the United States. Economists expect export growth to rebound next year as lower tariffs take effect.

Business

Chipmaker Nexperia said it halted China shipments on payment refusal

Dutch chipmaker Nexperia said it stopped sending wafers to its Chinese unit because of a payment refusal — the latest twist in Europe’s semiconductor standoff with Beijing.

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Protests and crowds as Shein opens first permanent store in Paris

Shoppers and protesters gathered as fast-fashion giant Shein opened its first permanent store in Paris, amid government scrutiny and public backlash.

Economy

China's global exports are booming amid looming trade war with US

Trade numbers confirm that Chinese exports to the United States fell, but jumped globally, as a new 100% tariff threat from US President Donald Trump promises a rocky patch ahead of trade negotiations between the world's two strongest economies.

Markets

US rare earth stocks surge, European markets see mixed start

Shares of US rare earth and critical mineral miners surged on Thursday as China announced further restrictions on its own exports. In Europe, trade was tentative in the opening on Friday.

Business

Nvidia violated antitrust laws, China says as US trade talks continue

The chipmaking giant is facing an investigation by the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) in China for an earlier acquisition.

Economy

China's export growth slows amid US trade tensions

China's exports in August grew at the slowest pace since the January-February period, when they rose just 2.3%.

Economy

China to build 'Suez Canal' railroad to connect Europe and Asia

China is quietly building alternative routes to help it export goods to Europe, without passing through its South Sea, to avoid tensions with the United States and its allies in the region.

Economy

Is China finally turning the corner on its economic slump?

China's economy shows tentative signs of recovery, but a sluggish property market and geopolitical uncertainty cloud the outlook. Economists remain cautious, warning that while stabilisation is under way, a robust rebound remains elusive.

Economy

Trade issues on the table at scaled-back EU-China summit in Beijing

European leaders demanded a more balanced relationship with China at a summit with President Xi Jinping in the Chinese capital on Thursday, as the bloc runs a massive trade deficit with the Asian giant of around €300 billion.