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China economy weakens further in May as retail sales post first drop in over three years

China's retail sales fell for the first time in more than three years in May, while urban investment contracted more than expected, adding to signs the economic slump deepened.

China economy weakens further in May as retail sales post first drop in over three years

China economy weakens further in May as retail sales post first drop in over three years

Published June 16, 2026 · Category: Finance

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China's retail sales fell for the first time in more than three years in May, while urban investment contracted more than expected, adding to signs the economic slump deepened.

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Originally published at www.cnbc.com.

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