China inflation hits fastest pace in nearly three years in December, as expected
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China's consumer inflation rose to its fastest pace in nearly three years in December, while factory-gate deflation persisted, meeting market expectations.
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China's consumer inflation accelerated in December to the fastest pace in more than two years, while factory-gate deflation extended for over three years.
Original article published by CNBC on January 9, 2026. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.