China industrial profit growth slows
China reported slower industrial profit growth in August as weak domestic demand weighed on manufacturers. Tech sectors led gains while consumption lagged. Analysts stress boosting household income.
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China's industrial profit growth slowed to 4.2% in August from a year earlier, down from 11.2% in July as weak domestic demand weighed on factories. The deceleration highlights deepening economic imbalances despite strength in technology manufacturing sectors. Investors are watching whether weaker domestic consumption will force manufacturers to rely more heavily on overseas markets.
