China's economy grew 5% last year, matching the government's target, but in a lopsided fashion, with many people complaining of worsening living standards as Beijing struggles to transfer its industrial and export gains to consumers.

2025 marks the conclusion of China’s 14th Five-Year Plan, a time for policymakers to present their scorecard and set goals for the next five years. To ensure a positive outcome, Chinese leaders will likely roll out active stimulus measures in the spring while continue pursuing self-sufficiency and technological advancement.

China has reported that its economy expanded at a 5% annual pace in 2024, slower than the year before but still hitting Beijing’s target of “around 5%” growth

This week, the mercurial magnate said 10% tariffs on all Chinese imports could kick in on Feb. 1 -- and on the campaign trail touted a levy as high as 60%.

Analysts say they see signs of malaise in China’s domestic economy, but those problems were offset mainly by robust exports and a $1 trillion trade surplus.

China is emphasizing its willingness to negotiate as increased tariffs on exports to the United States may soon become a reality.

Beijing hit its GDP growth target of 5 percent in 2024, according to its statistics bureau—but deflationary pressures remain.

China's economy has so far failed to achieve a robust post-pandemic ... slipping into deflation last month as consumers remain wary of pulling out their wallets. Beijing has recently unveiled some of the most aggressive measures in years aimed at boosting ...

China's economy expanded at a 5% annual pace in 2024, achieving Beijing’s target of “around 5%” growth helped by strong exports and recent stimulus measures. In quarterly terms, the economy grew 5.4% in October-December,

China has reported that its economy expanded at a 5% annual pace in 2024, slower than the year before but still hitting Beijing’s target of “around 5%” growth HONG KONG -- China's economy ...

However, recent examples of Beijing punishing companies for their ties to Taiwan have made U.S. businesses cautious in their efforts to avoid China in the production of drones, an