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American Focus > Blog > Economy > China retail sales jump while industrial growth slows on trade war turmoil
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China retail sales jump while industrial growth slows on trade war turmoil

Last updated: June 16, 2025 4:55 am
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The recent data from China’s National Bureau of Statistics shows a mixed picture for the country’s economy. While industrial output growth slowed in May, consumer spending saw an uptick, indicating uncertainty amid the ongoing trade war with the US.

Industrial production expanded by 5.8% year on year in May, the slowest pace this year, down from 6.1% growth in April. On the other hand, retail sales grew by 6.4%, surpassing analysts’ expectations and marking the fastest expansion since December 2023.

Boosting consumer demand has been a priority for President Xi Jinping’s government in light of deflation and a slowdown in the property sector. The trade war with the US has added pressure to China’s economy, with manufacturing activity declining in recent months and exports to the US dropping significantly.

Despite a recent truce in the trade war and efforts to lower tariffs, uncertainties persist, casting a shadow over the global economic outlook. Zichun Huang, China economist at Capital Economics, noted that while retail sales growth is a positive sign, the broader economic momentum is waning due to weaker external demand.

The real estate sector continues to face challenges, with property investment declining by 10.7% in the first five months of the year compared to the same period last year. New home prices in major Chinese cities also saw a decline in May, though the year-on-year fall showed some improvement.

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To support the real estate sector, Beijing has implemented various measures, including mortgage rate cuts and initiatives to utilize unsold properties for social housing. Analysts predict further policy easing measures in the coming months to address the prolonged weakness in the property market and other economic stressors.

The health of the housing market is crucial for gauging domestic confidence, and recent data showing a decline in consumer prices adds to concerns over domestic demand. Analysts believe that retail sales growth was boosted by an early online shopping festival in China, pulling forward demand from June to May.

Looking ahead, policymakers may implement additional measures to support the economy, given the challenges posed by the trade war and domestic economic conditions. Stay tuned for further updates on the Chinese economy as it navigates through these uncertain times.

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