Economy Country January 27, 2025

China's Industrial Activity Contracts in January

China's industrial activity has contracted in January for the first time in four months, indicating economic challenges ahead after a period of growth. The slowdown raises concerns about the overall health of the economy as it adjusts to post-pandemic conditions.


China's Industrial Activity Contracts in January

In January, industrial activity in China shrank for the first time in four months. This was indicated by a recent study... As a result, the index of manufacturing activity and new orders in China's industry fell to 49.5 points compared to 50.2 points in December of last year. "The slowdown in economic growth in China contributed to a decrease in the business activity index in this country,” analysts noted. However, some experts suggest that this is a temporary phenomenon and expect improvements in the situation with the onset of spring.