China’s exports top forecasts but falling imports point to more stimulus


The mixed trade data keeps alive calls for further government stimulus as the US$18.6 trillion economy struggles to get back on its feet. — Reuters

BEIJING: China’s exports grew at their fastest in 15 months in June, suggesting manufacturers are front-loading orders ahead of tariffs expected from a growing number of trade partners, while imports unexpectedly shrank amid weak domestic demand.

The mixed trade data keeps alive calls for further government stimulus as the US$18.6 trillion economy struggles to get back on its feet.

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