China's factory activity contracted in October 2023, marking the first contraction since February 2020.
The contraction has raised concerns about the strength of China's economic recovery amidst energy shortages and supply chain disruptions.
The contraction was primarily attributed to disruptions caused by the week-long National Day holiday.
China's factory activity experienced an unexpected contraction in October 2023, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) fell to 49.2 in October from 50.0 in September, marking the first contraction in factory activity since February 2020. A PMI reading below 50 indicates contraction, while a reading above 50 signals expansion. The contraction was primarily attributed to disruptions caused by the week-long National Day holiday, which led to reduced production and new orders.
The contraction in factory activity has raised concerns about the strength of China's economic recovery amidst energy shortages and supply chain disruptions. The NBS noted that the contraction was also due to the 'impact of sporadic epidemic situations', without providing further details. The data also showed that the sub-index for new orders fell to 48.8 in October from 50.2 in September, while the sub-index for production dropped to 49.5 from 50.2.
The contraction in China's factory activity has implications for the global economy, given China's role as a major global manufacturer. The data comes at a time when many economies are grappling with supply chain disruptions and inflationary pressures, which have been exacerbated by energy shortages and rising commodity prices.
The article provides unique insights from economists about the potential impact of the contraction on China's economy.
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