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China's factory activity shrinks for second straight month, contracting less than expected

CNBC Economy August 31, 2026 · 1:40 am Read Original
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China's factory activity shrinks for second straight month, contracting less than expected

China's manufacturing activity shrank for a second straight month, keeping pressure on Beijing to support the economy as growth loses momentum.

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Source CNBC Economy
Published Aug 31, 2026 · 1:40 am
Article ID hacick2
Original URL Open source
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