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Article WSJ Economy

China’s Growth Accelerated in First Quarter

WSJ Economy April 16, 2026 · 2:22 am Read Original
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China’s Growth Accelerated in First Quarter

The Chinese economy expanded at a faster pace in the first quarter due to resilient exports and front-loaded policy support, but signs of weakness have started to emerge as the war in Iran disrupts global supply chains.

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Source WSJ Economy
Published Apr 16, 2026 · 2:22 am
Article ID an34px7
Original URL Open source
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Bullish 51.4
−100Neutral+100
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