China's factories increased production and retail sales improved in August, indicating a gradual economic recovery from the pandemic's impact 

China's factories increased production and retail sales improved in August, indicating a gradual economic recovery from the pandemic's impact 

The property sector remains weak, with an 8.8% decline in real estate investment in August, worsening throughout the year 

The People's Bank of China reduced reserve requirements for most lenders by 0.25 percentage points to stimulate lending and support economic recovery 

Retail sales in August rose by 4.6% year-on-year, as consumers cautiously resumed spending despite the pandemic 

Industrial output grew at a 4.5% annual rate in August, the fastest since April 

The National Bureau of Statistics spokesperson noted improvements in major economic indicators but highlighted lingering external uncertainties and weak domestic demand 

Fiscal support helped boost investment, and there was a notable increase in consumer spending 

China's economy expanded by 0.8% in the second quarter of 2023, down from 2.2% in the first quarter 

Youth unemployment reached a record high, affecting consumer spending negatively 

Beijing's efforts to stimulate the economy and stabilize financial markets are showing signs of success, leading to growing investor optimism