Beijing, Dec 31
China’s manufacturing sector showed signs of revival in December, snapping a record slump as factories ramped up production to meet festive demand and replenish inventories.
Data released Tuesday indicated a modest rebound in factory output, driven largely by stockpiling ahead of Lunar New Year celebrations. Analysts noted that while the uptick reflects seasonal factors, it offers temporary relief to an industry battered by weak global demand and prolonged domestic slowdown.
The Reuters report highlighted that manufacturers accelerated orders of consumer goods and raw materials, lifting activity from multi‑year lows. However, economists cautioned that the rebound may not signal a sustained recovery, with structural challenges such as sluggish exports and soft property investment continuing to weigh on growth.
Beijing has pledged further support measures, including targeted credit easing and infrastructure spending, to stabilize industrial output. Market watchers say the next quarter will be critical in determining whether China’s factories can sustain momentum beyond holiday‑driven demand.
(Source – Reuters)
—Owned Sources
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