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In a recent survey, the manufacturing sector in China saw its sharpest decline since July 2023. Manufacturers reported a renewed fall in new orders, leading to the fastest pace of decline since September 2022. Additionally, new export orders also declined, contributing to the first fall in the volume of unfinished work since February 2024. As a result, manufacturers reduced headcounts amid cost concerns and a pullback in demand.
One key takeaway from the September survey is the unexpected contraction in China’s manufacturing sector, highlighting the need for government stimulus and central bank policy measures to bolster the economy. The People’s Bank of China and the Politburo have announced measures to support the economy, with expectations of a boost in consumption helping to limit the impact of the PMI numbers on market sentiment. Investors will closely monitor the effectiveness of these policy measures in economic indicators for Q4 2024.
Dr. Wang Zhe, a Senior Economist at Caixin Insight Group, shared his views on the situation, noting that the latest macroeconomic data in China have fallen short of market expectations. The issue of insufficient effective domestic demand remains a challenge, with pressure on employment and weak optimism affecting consumer spending. Dr. Zhe also commented on the recent policy measures, emphasizing the need for further support to strengthen the Chinese economy.
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