China's factory activity slumps more than expected in February as holiday disrupts production
China's factory activity faltered in February as manufacturers paused production and cargo shipment to celebrate an extended holiday.
Last updated: 2026-03-04 02:55:06 ET
China's factory activity faltered in February as manufacturers paused production and cargo shipment to celebrate an extended holiday.
Activity in China’s sprawling manufacturing sector contracted further last month, in part due to a weeklong holiday.
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