Insight Report 4 minutes PremiumChina’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: Shoptalk Spring 2025: Day One—Creating Value Is Critical to Success; Tech-Powered Personalization Permeates Panel DiscussionsWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 13: Kingfisher Announces Store Expansion Plans; Whole Foods Opens New London StoreFinancial Sentiment Falls to 14-Month Low Ahead of Reciprocal Tariffs, But Policy Measures Aim to Stabilize Economy: China Consumer Survey InsightsHigh Hopes—Heightened Economic Optimism Entering the New Year: US Consumer Survey Insights
