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China deflation
China’s economic slowdown has given rise to concerns over deflation, which occurs when the inflation rate falls into the negative, reflecting a decrease in the general price level of goods and services.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva speaks at a press conference during the 2025 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and IMF in Washington, DC, the United States, on April 24. Photo: Xinhua
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IMF raises China growth forecast to 5% for 2025, citing resilience

The assessment is up from October’s forecast, with the fund citing government stimulus and lower tariffs as drivers.

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China consumption

China’s consumer prices rise at fastest pace in nearly 2 years in November

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Opinion | How China could solve its consumption conundrum

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Consumers

Rising down jacket sales offer cushion against deflation in mainland China

Bosideng and other retailers expect winter wear sales to boom for three more months, buoyed by strong demand for high-end products.

A Bosideng outlet in Shanghai. The company is China’s largest down jacket maker. Photo: CFOTO/Future Publishing via Getty Images
China manufacturing

‘Don’t underestimate’ efforts to curb price wars, China’s solar sector warns

Companies seeking to profit from vicious and unfair competition warned they will fail ‘sooner or later’.

China consumption

China’s consumer prices return to growth as deflationary pressures persist

CPI rises 0.2 per cent in October in a ‘surprise to the market’, while factory-gate prices fall for 37th month in a row.

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China consumption

‘Future of luxury’: China’s shoppers hailed as French giant vows faith in market

As Beijing prepares its next five-year plan, LVMH expects Chinese consumers to remain central to global luxury market.

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A couple shop at a Louis Vuitton store in Shanghai in 2012. Photo: Reuters
China consumption

‘Affordable dignity’: Chinese develop taste for Japan’s budget restaurant chains

Analysts say chains such as Saizeriya, Sushiro and Torikizoku are exporting a recession-tested formula to considerable success in China.

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US-China trade war

How China’s industry fuels ‘tough’ trade war stance – and why demand still vital

Beijing will look to strengthen leverage in coming five-year plan – but must recalibrate strategy to boost domestic demand, economist says.

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Losing its sparkle? How Chinese artificial gems are upending the diamond market

China has pioneered the production of flawless artificial diamonds. Some worry they are eroding demand for the real thing.

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China economy

Opinion | Why China should stop worrying and embrace ‘Japanification’

If China trades a point of GDP for fuller wallets and better services, ‘Japanification’ becomes a playbook instead of a prophecy of doom.

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A staff member attends to a customer at a home appliance centre in Beijing on October 19. Diverting government resources to social spending would improve the confidence of Chinese people to spend more of their hard-earned income. Photo: Reuters
China inflation

Macroscope | Forget inflation, deflation poses bigger risk to Asia’s economies

While Asia has not had inflation worries for some time, its economic future has become more closely tied to China’s, with all that entails.

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China economy

China’s deflation fight drags on, amplifying calls for monetary easing

National Bureau of Statistics says consumer price index fell 0.3 per cent last month, with factory-gate prices down 2.3 per cent.

Mainland China

Efficiency, not involution: China curbs metals sector to fight extreme competition

The anti-involution drive expands to non-ferrous metals, as Beijing prioritises quality over quantity.

Employees wind copper rods at a workshop which recycles copper in Anqing, in Chinaís eastern Anhui province on July 11. Photo: AFP
China economy

China’s latest steel industry plan signals tougher action to curb overproduction

The action plan, which imposes a strict ban on extra capacity, could be a blueprint for other sectors plagued by price wars, analysts say.

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An employee works at a factory producing steel structures in the eastern Chinese city of Hangzhou. China’s steel industry is plagued by overproduction and weak demand. Photo: AFP
China economy

Macroscope | Tide may finally be turning in China’s battle against deflation

With economic indicators offering reasons to hope, the only question is how quickly and decisively Beijing can revive domestic demand.

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China’s Xi calls for building unified market to ‘secure an edge’ in global race

President says creation of a unified national market will be vital to achieving China’s development goals.

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China inflation

Chinese consumer prices slip back into decline amid deflationary pressures

Weak domestic demand and industrial oversupply continue to weigh on prices as CPI falls 0.4 per cent in August.

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People shop at a supermarket in Zaozhuang, Shandong province, last month. Photo: Xinhua
China economy

Pricing law reforms, Wang Yi in South Asia, motor show

This week: Public consultation on China’s pricing law reforms concludes, Wang Yi navigates India-Pakistan relations and the youth unemployment rate surges. Next week: Chengdu Motor Show kicks off, Jimmy Lai trial may close, National Games tickets go on sale, and more.

China manufacturing

China scrambles to fix price wars – by updating a law from 1998. Here’s why

As disorderly competition fuels a ‘race to the bottom’ across Chinese sectors, Beijing takes aim at pricing legislation that has gone untouched for 27 years.

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China's economic recovery

China expands regulatory arsenal in fight against solar industry price wars

Beijing vows more concrete measures to tackle aggressive competition after July meeting failed to stop falling prices.

Solar panels and wind turbines are seen at the Huaneng Binzhou new energy power generation project in Binzhou, in China’s eastern Shandong province, on June 11. Photo: AFP
China consumption

‘Let the rich spend’: China told to ease property curbs to spur consumption

A prominent member of China’s top political advisory body wants less regulation and more respect for consumer choice.

Chinese citizens at the sales office of a commercial residential property development in Qingzhou city, Shandong province, on June 16. Photo: CFOTO/Future Publishing via Getty Images
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China prods consumers again as 20-year first fans slowdown fears

Chinese policymakers rolled out new consumption stimulus measures as the first decline in new bank loans for two decades added to signs that the economy may be cooling.

China consumption

Why debt-shy Chinese consumers may snub loan subsidy scheme

Boosting consumption is a top priority for Beijing, but some habits are hard to break.

China consumption

Will Chinese subsidy for consumer loan interest help spur more spending?

Plan will subsidise one percentage point of the annual interest on loans, with the eligible amount of borrowing capped at 50,000 yuan.

People ride an escalator at a shopping centre in Beijing on July 31. Photo: Reuters
China consumption

Beijing urged to curb ‘free milk tea’-style cash burn in e-commerce battle

Instant retail has potential to boost domestic demand, but more government policy support needed to end excessive competition, central bank adviser says.

Ele.me food deliveryman and a Meituan food deliveryman ride on the street on May 14, 2025 in Yancheng, Jiangsu province of China. Photo: VCG via Getty Images
China consumption

China’s consumer prices flat in July, while producer deflation persists

CPI reading beats market expectations, but data suggests demand remains weak amid trade turbulence.

China economy

China’s economy is plagued by vicious price wars. Can a legal change fix that?

Beijing has become increasingly concerned about aggressive price cuts in a slew of industries, which are fuelling deflationary pressure.

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