Insight ReportChina’s Fast-Growing Shows Signs of Continued Slowing Coresight Research December 29, 2018 Executive SummaryKey economic data from November show the once break-neck pace of China’s economic growth has continued to slow. Retail sales grew 8.1% in November, the slowest rate of growth in 15 years, according to China’s National Bureau of Statistics. The government is also seeking to rein in debt, so has been cutting spending on infrastructure – once used as a key tool to drive economic growth. The government has responded to slowing economic growth with new initiatives to stimulate demand – especially given the uncertainty caused by the US trade dispute. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Consumer Sentiment Shows Signs of Improvement Amid Temporary Tariff Reduction: China Consumer Survey InsightsAnalyst Corner: What Happened with US and China Consumer Sentiment on the Eve of Expected Tariffs? with John MercerPersonal Financial Sentiment Improves: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 19, 2025—InfographicThree Data Points We’re Watching: Will Stock Market Volatility Impact US Consumer Spending?
