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China’s Manufacturing Holds Steady Amid Global Turmoil

Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

Published
May 31, 2026
Duration
1:50
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Last updated
Jun 1, 2026

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China’s manufacturing held steady in May, barely above growth territory, as global energy shocks hit harder elsewhere — but Beijing’s energy resilience and diversified supply chains are shielding it from inflation. Exports remain vital, especially to Europe and Southeast Asia, with US trade hopes rising after recent high-level talks. Domestic demand still…

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China’s manufacturing held steady in May, barely above growth territory, as global energy shocks hit harder elsewhere — but Beijing’s energy resilience and diversified supply chains are shielding it from inflation. Exports remain vital, especially to Europe and Southeast Asia, with US trade hopes rising after recent high-level talks. Domestic demand still lags due to real estate’s slump, while high-end manufacturing and exports provide support. Growth targets of 4.5–5% are likely met, but oil pr

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