China’s June pickup supports global growth, potential upside for the S&P 500
Jun 29, 2026, 6:12 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Improving Chinese activity and rising U.S.-bound demand bolster global growth expectations, aiding earnings visibility for exporters and cyclicals. Tariff policy clarity and higher GDP forecasts support risk appetite in equities; however, July/August data remains a key risk.
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China Beige Book data show June factory activity accelerating and stronger U.S.-bound orders, signaling external demand is reviving. Exports to the U.S. rose sharply in April and May, aided by front-loaded shipments and easing oil prices. Goldman Sachs lifted its Q3 GDP forecast to 5% annualized, boosting near-term global growth expectations for equities.
Beige Book shows June manufacturing improvement; U.S.-bound orders rose.
Exports to the U.S. up 11.3% in April, 35.4% in May.
Goldman Sachs lifts Q3 GDP growth to 5% annualized.
Tariffs set to expire July 24; policy risk remains.
PMI expected 50.1 in June per Reuters poll.
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