China's economy grows 5% in 2025, buoyed by strong exports despite Trump's tariffs
Summary
China's economy grew 5% in 2025 driven by strong exports despite U.S. tariffs, with growth slowing to 4.5% in the last quarter amid weak consumer spending and property market challenges.
Key Points
- China's economy expanded at a 5% annual pace in 2025, supported by strong exports despite U.S. tariffs.
- Growth slowed to 4.5% in the last quarter, the slowest since late 2022.
- A record trade surplus of $1.2 trillion was achieved, compensating for weak domestic demand.
- China aims to boost domestic consumption and advanced technology investments for sustainable growth.
