Strong exports helped China's GDP grow 5% in 2025

China's trade surplus reached $1.2 trillion last year despite increased tariffs from the US; however the economy slowed in the fourth quarter.
Strong exports helped China's GDP grow 5% in 2025
By Andrew Tjaardstra
23 hours ago
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Official data released on January 19 showed that China’s economy grew by 5% in 2025, achieving the government’s official target for the year; however the economy slowed in the fourth quarter to 4.5% GDP growth. 

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