China's consumer prices rise 0.2% in January, producer deflation softens

China’s slowing inflation rate fuels deflation fears

China’s annual inflation rate rose just 0.2% last month, feeding fears of deflation in the world’s second-largest economy. Beijing has increasingly prioritized boosting its domestic market in recent years. However, despite incentives — including a trade-in program to urge people to buy new cars and appliances — spending has flatlined, with a real estate slowdown weighing on consumer sentiment. Cooling growth, persistent unemployment, and paltry …

China’s consumer price growth cools as inflation outlook remains unclear

Consumer price index rose for a fourth straight month in January, though the increase fell short of market expectations.

China makes small dents in deflation battle as supply-demand imbalance persists

Chinas inflation slowed in January as consumer prices rose just 0.2% year-on-year, while producer price deflation persisted, underscoring weak domestic demand. Despite Beijings stimulus efforts, supply-demand imbalances continue to pressure industrial profits. Economists warn Chinas deflationary pressures may linger, complicating economic recovery and 2026 growth targets.

China Factory Deflation Eases Despite Drag on Prices From Demand

(Bloomberg) — China’s factory deflation eased more than expected in January thanks mostly to a global metals rally, even as weak demand at home restrains a more sustainable turnaround in prices.