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China's August economic data shows slowing retail sales and investment
China's economic recovery faced headwinds in August, with retail sales growing by only 0.4%, marking the slowest pace since growth resumed and the second consecutive monthly slowdown. This indicates limited progress in reviving consumer spending, despite accelerating factory output. Investment also continued to slump, further increasing pressure on Beijing to stimulate the economy. The data fell short of forecasts, highlighting ongoing challenges in the country's economic performance.
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- Centre (5): CBC News, CNBC, Euronews, South China Morning Post, The Economic Times