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War & Conflict2h 21m ago

China's annual economic growth decreased to 4.3% in the second quarter.

China

Who
China
What
China's annual economic growth decreased to 4.3% in the second quarter.
When
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 02:22:47 GMT · 2h 21m ago
Where
China ·
Why
Weak domestic demand and an oil shock linked to the Iran war contributed to the slowdown, despite strong production and exports.
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China's economic growth has faltered, impacting global markets. The slowdown is attributed to domestic consumption and investment weakness, particularly in real estate, exacerbated by external factors like the Iran war's effect on oil prices.

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