Economics

China Manufacturing Momentum Intact Amid Property Slump

  • Factory PMI strengthens to 50.3, rising for a second month
  • Services rise to 52 but construction weakens to 56.3
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China’s manufacturing sector continued to expand in December, providing some relief to Beijing as the world’s second-largest economy continues to struggle with the ongoing property market slump.