China

The commodities country overview provides comprehensive data on production, consumption and price trends on key commodities markets. The commodities overview in China covers production and consumption trends in agricultural commodities, energy…

With China’s economy reopening, consumer spending and income growth are expected to accelerate. Over the period to 2027, the lower middle class (socioeconomic group D) is set to experience the fastest expansion, while the lowest income class…

China is projected to experience a moderate increase in the number of households between 2022 and 2027, with single-person households becoming the leading type. Household heads are expected primarily to be older males, aged 60+ years, with secondary…

Due to China’s strict COVID-19 containment measures, business confidence in the country deteriorated over 2022, while China’s ranking in economic freedom dropped significantly. The state interference in the financial sector, widespread corruption and…

China experienced a considerably slowing economy over 2022, dragged down by the ongoing strict zero-COVID-19 strategy, subdued domestic property market, and weakened consumer and business confidence. However, the economy is forecast to accelerate…