16 Apr 2024
Trivium Markets keeps you briefed on the latest developments in China markets policy.
The property sector remained the biggest drag on economic growth in March.
That’s reflected in the stats bureau’s (NBS) latest data for the sector, published Tuesday.
Real estate activities remain firmly in the doldrums:
New investment in the sector fell 10.1% y/y, extending a 9.0% decl...
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