China Faces Deeper Deflation as Consumer Prices Hit Three-Year Low in November

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China Faces Deeper Deflation as Consumer Prices Hit Three-Year Low in November

China’s consumer prices experienced the steepest three-year drop in November, with a 0.5% decline both year-on-year and month-on-month, marking the sharpest drop since November 2020, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The deepening factory-gate deflation raises concerns about deflationary pressures amid doubts over economic recovery. Analysts attribute this to falling global energy prices, reduced winter travel demand, and a persistent supply glut. The weak core Consumer Price Index (CPI) reading of 0.6% year-on-year emphasizes concerns about sluggish demand, prompting calls for strategic policies to foster sustainable growth

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