Event Brief
UPDATED Oct 14, 2026 at 7:05 AM ET
Oct 14, 2026 at 12:10 AM ET
China’s exports rise 36.3% in September
By The BriefBrief · Sources (4)
China’s exports rose 36.3% year on year in September to $447.18 billion, accelerating from a 25% gain in August, according to figures released by the General Administration of Customs. Semiconductor exports increased more than 108%, while shipments of automatic data processing machines rose nearly 55%. Imports grew 31%, up from 28.2% in August.
WHO: China’s General Administration of Customs
WHAT: China’s General Administration of Customs reported that exports rose 36.3% year on year in September.
WHEN: Reported Oct 14, 2026 at 5:05 AM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: Tech-related trade led the export growth, with semiconductor exports surging more than 108% and shipments of automatic data processing machines jumping nearly 55%.
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