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China’s Economy Posts Steady Growth But Risks Remain

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China posted better-than-expected growth in the second quarter, official data showed on Monday, but authorities warned that the world’s second largest economy faces external and internal risks. The economy expanded by 6.9 percent, the same as the first three months of the year, according to the statistics bureau, and better than the 6.8 percent growth … Read more

China Says Economy Grew 6.9% In Second Quarter

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China posted better-than-expected growth of 6.9 percent in the second quarter, official data showed Monday, but authorities warned of lingering risks to the economy. Analysts polled by AFP had forecast growth of 6.8 percent after the economy expanded 6.9 percent in the first quarter. “Generally speaking, the national economy has maintained the momentum of steady … Read more