deflation

Economy

3 months ago

China Faces Deepening Economic Weakness Amid Deflation

China’s Struggle with Domestic Oversupply and Declining Demand China’s economy is grappling with growing weakness, compounded by its response to external shocks, particularly tariffs. As international demand for Chinese goods wanes, Beijing

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Economy

8 months ago

China’s Industrial Profits Decline Again, Highlighting Persistent Economic Struggles

China’s industrial sector faced another challenging month in October, with profits falling 10% year-on-year, marking the third consecutive month of declines. The steep drop underscores the limited impact of Beijing’s recent stimulus

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Economy

5 months ago

Japan Clears Key Threshold to End Long-Term Deflation

Japan has officially met the criteria for ending long-term price deflation, according to Economy Minister Ryosei Akazawa. The announcement underscores the government’s optimism about the economic outlook and could influence the timing

China Expands Consumer Subsidies to Boost Spending

China has doubled its consumer trade-in subsidies to 300 billion yuan ($41.47 billion) in 2025, targeting specific goods while avoiding direct cash handouts. The program, which covers mid-range smartphones and home appliances,

5 months ago

Economy