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Beijing forecast to exceed 2023 growth target but outlook is tougher as consumers remain cautious

Tumbling pork prices undercut growth as consumer confidence lags

Lowest figure in year and a half comes as Beijing steps up stimulus efforts

China’s strategic reserves of oil and natural gas have insulated it somewhat, but its manufacturing-based economy is beginning to falter.

Falling pork prices undercut growth as consumer confidence lags

Despite a lacklustre post-pandemic rebound the country may still claw its way to this year’s GDP target

Companies such as BYD and Nio are targeting overseas markets, leaving governments torn between encouraging greater take-up and protecting domestic manufacturers

Volumes forecast to rise 20% next year, smashing international projections and Beijing’s official targets

The ‘high-quality consumption’ Beijing seeks requires difficult structural reforms