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Economic growth beats expectations as Trump tariffs loom

Economic growth beats expectations as Trump tariffs loom

China’s economy has beaten expectations even as US President Donald Trump’s tariffs and a prolonged crisis in the property market weigh on growth. Official figures show the world’s second largest economy grew by 5.2% in the three months to the end of June, compared to the same time last year. That’s better than the 5.1% forecast by many economists but …

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China’s second-quarter GDP grows 5.2%, topping market expectations

China’s second-quarter GDP grows 5.2%, topping market expectations

High rise buildings, including the China Zun or CITIC Tower (L, back) is seen at the Central Business Distric (CBD) from the Tuanjiehu park in Beijing on June 2, 2025. Adek Berry | Afp | Getty Images China’s economy grew at a slower clip in the second quarter, as trade tensions with the U.S. rattled an economy already mired in …

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China’s exports beat expectations in June, while imports rebound

China’s exports beat expectations in June, while imports rebound

A cargo ship loads and unloads containers at the Qianwan Container Terminal of Qingdao Port in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China, on July 10, 2025. Costfoto | Nurphoto | Getty Images China’s exports growth beat expectations in June, buoyed by robust shipments to non-U.S. markets and as a temporary reprieve from U.S. tariffs helped slow the decline in goods sent …

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