China's factory activity unexpectedly contracts in July, ending 4-month expansion streak
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Source: CNBC
Published: 2026-07-31 11:43 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Asia, China, Trade & Sanctions, Business & Economy, Asia Pacific
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China's factory activity unexpectedly contracted in July, snapping four straight months of expansion as the export rush that powered a second-quarter rebound began to unwind, piling pressure on Beijing to boost domestic demand.
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