Hardship and hubris collide in China’s two-speed economy

Beijing trumpets trade and technology success yet many regions and people struggle amid an anaemic domestic outlook

China can't make consumers buy goods, so it leans on services to drive economy

China is planning to introduce new measures to promote the consumption of services, betting that elderly care, healthcare and leisure can offset tepid demand for goods, though analysts say the plan's success hinges on elevating household incomes and social welfare.

China’s big people shortage just got bigger, and the risks are growing too

China faces a shrinking population and record-low birth rates, challenging economic growth and straining pensions and healthcare.

China's economy is rising, but many citizens are left behind, analysts say

China's National Bureau of Statistics released data on its 2025 GDP growth Monday. Analysts say it reveals strong economic growth for the country, but ordinary people still face deep challenges.

China keeps benchmark lending rates unchanged despite slowing economic growth

The People's Bank of China held its 1-year and 5-year loan prime rates at 3% and 3.5%, respectively, keeping them unchanged for an eighth straight month.

China plans new measures to spur consumption for next five years

BEIJING: China plans to roll out new policies from 2026 to 2030 to spur domestic consumption ⁠and tackle "prominent" imbalances in supply and demand, with the services sector becoming a key focus, the

China targets hi-tech industries, domestic demand in 2026 with new policy package

Beijing announces support for small businesses and the tech sector, after 2025 economic data shows heavy reliance on exports.
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