Economics
China’s Economy Weakens on Delta Outbreak and Wary Consumers
- Retail sales growth weakens to 2.5%, far worse than expected
- Construction investment declines as property curbs bite
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China’s economy took a knock in August from stringent virus controls and tight curbs on property, fueling concerns about the global recovery as countries battle to get delta outbreaks under control.