A sharp rise in raw material prices recently has put pressure on the profit margins of Chinese firms, raising fears it could stoke inflation. Photo: AP
China inflation risks remain low despite unexpected surge in US, say analysts
An unexpected rise in US consumer prices last month spooked financial markets, raising speculation about the threat of higher inflation across the globe
There are signs higher raw material prices are pushing up product prices in China, although analysts do not see that translating into above-target inflation