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China’s factory activity slips as new export orders weaken
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BEIJING (AP) — China’s factory activity contracted in October as new export orders softened, reversing the previous month’s rebound. The world’s second-biggest economy has been facing pressure from trading partners to rebalance trade as its trade surplus with many countries balloons.
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China’s factory activity shrank in October, underscoring the challenges facing policymakers as they seek to sustain an economic recovery to ensure this year’s growth target is met.
BEIJING (AP) — China’s factory activity contracted in October as new export orders softened, reversing the previous month’s rebound. The world’s second-biggest economy has been facing pressure from trading partners to rebalance trade as its trade surplus with many countries balloons.
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