China has reported its economy expanded at a 5% annual pace in 2025, buoyed by strong exports despite U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs

This is one of its slowest rates of growth in decades as it struggles with persistently low consumer spending and a debt crisis in its property sector.

A survey by the American Chamber of Commerce in China has found that U.S. businesses are more concerned about the country's slowing economy than trade friction.

China is planning to introduce new measures to promote the consumption of services, betting that elderly care, healthcare and leisure can offset tepid demand for goods, though analysts say the plan's success hinges on elevating household incomes and social welfare.

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China’s economy grew by 2.2% in 2020, 8.4% in 2021, 3% in 2022, 5.2% in 2023, and 5% in 2024, according to official data. Data from the statistics bureau showed that industrial output increased by 5.9% in 2025, while services rose by 5.4%. Retail sales, a key gauge of consumption and domestic demand, grew by 3.7%.

China's National Bureau of Statistics released data on its 2025 GDP growth Monday. Analysts say it reveals strong economic growth for the country, but ordinary people still face deep challenges.

China has reported its economy expanded at a 5% annual pace in 2025, buoyed by strong exports despite U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs.

Beijing’s policies seen putting income growth above GDP, with investments in social welfare, future tech and advanced manufacturing to spur internal demand.