China GDP growth beats estimates! Economy grows 5.2% in April-June quarter; exports and Trump tariff relief offer cushion
Times of IndiaTuesday, July 15, 2025 at 3:14:40 AM
China’s economy grew a solid 5.2% last quarter, slightly slower than before but still better than experts expected. Strong exports and a break from Trump-era tariffs helped keep things moving, even as the trade war with the U.S. loomed in the background. For the first half of the year, growth hit 5.3%—showing the economy’s still got some muscle, even if it’s feeling the pressure.
Editor’s Note: China’s economy isn’t exactly booming like it used to, but it’s holding up surprisingly well despite the trade tensions. The strong export numbers and tariff relief are like a temporary cushion, giving Beijing some breathing room. For the rest of the world, this signals that China’s slowdown isn’t as dramatic as feared—which matters for everything from global markets to the price of goods on shelves.
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