Event Brief
Oct 18, 2026 at 11:06 PM ET
China's Q3 growth reaches 4.5% as exports surge
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China's economy grew 4.5% in the third quarter, beating estimates as strong foreign demand for technological goods offset sluggish consumer demand. The growth rate accelerated from the previous quarter.
WHO: China's economy
WHAT: China's economy grew 4.5% in the third quarter, beating estimates.
WHEN: Reported Oct 18, 2026 at 11:00 PM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: Strong foreign demand for China's technological goods largely offset sluggish consumer demand.
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