China reports 5.4% GDP growth in 1st quarter, but analysts say tariffs will bite soon

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China reports 5.4% GDP growth in 1st quarter, but analysts say tariffs will bite soon

Wednesday 16th April 2025, 2:13PM

Growth was driven partly by strong industrial activity and exports, before President Trump's punishing tariffs. Experts say these levies will hurt China's growth this year.

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