China manufacturing activity expands for the first time since March, beating expectations
Dec 30, 2025, 9:01 PM EST1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The positive PMI readings often correlate with increased economic activity, potentially benefiting Chinese equities, including FXI. The last significant expansion in PMIs led to positive trends in FXI, highlighting investor confidence and capital inflow.
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China's manufacturing activity expanded for the first time since March. December PMI is 50.1, higher than November's 49.2 and forecasts. Composite PMI climbed to 50.7, indicating broader economic improvement. Non-manufacturing PMI rose to 50.2, suggesting growth in services and construction.
China's manufacturing activity expanded for the first time since March.
December PMI is 50.1, higher than November's 49.2 and forecasts.
Composite PMI climbed to 50.7, indicating broader economic improvement.
Non-manufacturing PMI rose to 50.2, suggesting growth in services and construction.
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