Economics
China’s Trade Likely Shrank in January Ahead of Holiday Shutdown
- Virus impact probably won’t be seen until February data
- Trade usually slows prior to the Lunar New Year break
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China’s foreign trade likely contracted in January from a strong rebound in December, reflecting the usual volatility around the nationwide shutdown for the Lunar New Year holiday.