China’s economy had a mixed start this year, with industrial output slowing while retail sales showed slight growth. Policymakers are facing increasing pressure from U.S. trade tariffs, adding new challenges to economic recovery. According to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), industrial output grew 5.9% year-on-year in the first two months of 2025, … Continue reading China’s Economy Sees Mixed Start in 2025 as Industrial Growth Slows, Retail Sales Improve