China's Economy Grows 5.2% On Trade War Truce

Fuente: International Business Times

China's economy grew more than expected in the second quarter, helped by strong exports AFP China's economy expanded more than five percent in the second quarter of the year, official data showed on Tuesday, after analysts predicted strong exports would provide crucial support despite trade war pressures. The country's leadership is fighting a multi-front battle to sustain growth, a challenge made more difficult by Donald Trump's tariff campaign. The US president has imposed tolls on China and most other major trading partners since returning to office in January, threatening Beijing's exports just as it becomes more reliant on them to stimulate economic activity.