China's factory activity shrinks for second straight month, contracting less than expected
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Source: CNBC
Published: 2026-08-31 11:40 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Business, Asia, Economy & Finance, China, Financial Markets, Business & Economy, Asia Pacific
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China's manufacturing activity in August shrank for a second straight month, though by less than market estimates, keeping the pressure on Beijing to support the economy as growth loses momentum.
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