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China's export boom offsets domestic slump, deepening reliance on external demand

China's economy is increasingly dependent on exports as a prolonged housing crash, weak consumer spending, and falling investment weigh on domestic demand. The shift underscores a structural imbalance that leaves growth vulnerable to external shocks and trade tensions. The sustainability of this export-led growth is uncertain given global demand headwinds and potential tariff escalations.

New York Timesabout 13 hours agoCNengCredibility 37%View source

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