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China’s manufacturing PMI holds at 50.3 in April as costs stay elevated

New export orders climbed whilst domestic demand indicators weaken across industries.

China’s manufacturing PMI holds at 50.3 in April as costs stay elevated

New export orders climbed whilst domestic demand indicators weaken across industries.

China manufacturing PMI steady at 50.3 as exports rise

Factory activity settled higher than expected.

China wind OEMs take 78% of 176 GW additions in record 2025

Global wind additions rose 45% across over 60 countries.

Greater China manufacturing expands in March despite rising input costs

PMI rebounds as new orders and output rise, whilst purchase prices hit its highest level since 2022.

China tightens price regulation as domestic car sales sink 16%

Automotive exports surge 45% amid local slowdown.

Beijing urges calm as Dutch Nexperia probe fuels chip fears

This followed the Dutch government’s use of a Cold War-era law to take control of the company.

China manufacturing PMI slips to 49.2 in January amid seasonal headwinds

Economists expect activity to remain subdued through February. 

China's manufacturing activity expands in January even as cost pressures intensify

This is the second consecutive month its PMI remained in expansion territory.

Contamination concerns test consumer trust in Chinese dairy brands: S&P

Analysts warn contamination could pressure Chinese dairy credit profiles.

China vehicle exports to surge 20% as domestic sales shrink

EV exports are forecast to grow 40% despite weak early-year sales.

PepsiCo Foods (China) Co., Ltd. Beijing Factory wins at Manufacturing Asia Awards 2025

Its advances in water efficiency and sustainable practices drove industry recognition.

China’s manufacturing sector hits 4.7% growth in 9M 2025

Supportive policy measures helped reduce the financial burden on manufacturers.

China boosts photonic chip production in bid to overtake Western rivals

China has been been investing in alternative chip materials and architectures since the late 2010s, including photonic chips.