China’s economic activity weakens in April despite resilient exports
China's economic activity showed signs of weakening in April despite a strong start to the year. While Q1 GDP growth was reported at 5%, April's data indicates a decline in retail sales, suggesting reduced consumer spending. High-tech manufacturing continues to perform well, but the overall economic outlook appears less optimistic.
- ▪China's Q1 GDP reached RMB 33.42 trillion, marking a 5% year-on-year increase.
- ▪Industrial output expanded by 6.1% year-on-year in Q1, with high-tech manufacturing growing by 12.5%.
- ▪April's data indicates a decline in retail sales, signaling decreased consumer spending.
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<img src="https://static.cryptobriefing.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/18000310/china-s-economy-in-april-2025-strong-exports-and-investment--1-800x420.jpeg" alt="China’s economic activity weakens in April despite resilient exports" class="w-full aspect-[19/10] object-cover" /> China’s economic activity weakens in April despite resilient exports Strong AI hardware and green tech shipments can't mask the cracks forming beneath China's recovery story. Share Add us on Google by Editorial Team May. 18, 2026 China kicked off 2026 with a headline number that looked like a victory lap. Q1 GDP hit RMB 33.42 trillion, roughly $4.9 trillion, marking a 5% year-on-year increase.
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