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Gross domestic plummet: China’s historic contraction

The Intelligence from The Economist

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China's Economic Challenges Post-Lockdown

This chapter examines China's 6.8% GDP decline in the first quarter as a consequence of COVID-19 lockdowns, while noting tentative improvements in industrial output. It also explores the discrepancies in unemployment data and the cautious approach to economic stimulus amidst ongoing risks.

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