China economy weakens further in May as retail sales post first drop in over three years
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CNBC
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China economy weakens further in May as retail sales post first drop in over three years
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Bearish · 60%
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2026-06-16 02:12
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- 96289
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China's retail sales fell for the first time in more than three years in May, while urban investment contracted more than expected, adding to signs the economic slump deepened.
Original article published by CNBC on June 16, 2026. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.
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