Tech Boom & Shopping Sprees: Why China’s Economy Is Defying Global Challenges
As the world navigates economic turbulence, China’s economy is hitting high notes in 2024 . Fresh data reveals industrial profits surged to 87.1 trillion yuan ($12.3 trillion) in the first eight months, with high-tech manufacturing leading the charge. The electronics sector alone saw profits jump 22.1% year-on-year – a clear sign of China’s tech-powered transformation .
From Factories to Shopping Carts: Recovery Gains Momentum
September’s manufacturing PMI hit 51.2 , crossing into growth territory for the first time this year. High-tech and equipment manufacturing sectors soared to 53.0 and 52.0 respectively, outpacing global peers. Meanwhile, consumer confidence is rebounding : policies like trade-in programs boosted consumer goods profits by 8.4%, while the expectation index climbed to 90.1.
Prices, Jobs, and What’s Next
Mixed signals emerged on inflation: CPI inched up 0.4% annually in September, but PPI dipped due to global commodity prices. However, falling unemployment and rising investments hint at resilience. Experts urge focus on ‘innovation-driven growth’ and income reforms to lock in recovery .
With 2024 marking China’s 75th anniversary, these trends underscore its push toward high-quality development – proving even in uncertain times, the economy stays #OnTrack.
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. Fresh data reveals industrial profits surged to 87.1 trillion yuan ($12.3 trillion) in the first eight months, with high-tech manufacturing leading the charge. The electronics sector alone saw profits jump 22.1% year-on-year – a clear sign of China’s tech-powered transformation 
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, crossing into growth territory for the first time this year. High-tech and equipment manufacturing sectors soared to 53.0 and 52.0 respectively, outpacing global peers. Meanwhile, consumer confidence is rebounding 
: policies like trade-in programs boosted consumer goods profits by 8.4%, while the expectation index climbed to 90.1.
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#OnTrack.
