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China Struggles to Meet 5% Growth Target as Consumer Spending Lags

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February 19, 2025
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  • China faces significant challenges in achieving its 5% GDP growth target due to declining consumer spending and export woes.
  • Economic uncertainty, including a mismanaged property sector and an aging population, discourages consumers from spending.
  • Structural reforms and fiscal measures are necessary to address the rural-urban divide and misallocation of capital, but political and financial constraints hinder progress.
  • The impact of U.S. tariffs on Chinese businesses adds further pressure to the economy.

What Happened?
China is grappling with a slowdown in economic growth, with consumer spending failing to meet expectations despite the government’s push for domestic consumption to drive the economy. The decline in exports, coupled with a struggling property sector, has left the country struggling to achieve its 5% GDP growth target. Consumers remain hesitant due to economic uncertainty and the aftermath of the property market crisis, leading to a significant drop in household income and consumption levels.


Why It Matters?
The decline in consumer spending and export challenges pose significant risks to China’s economic stability and growth. The mismanaged property sector, accounting for 70% of the economy, has drained trillions in middle-class savings, further exacerbating the economic downturn. Additionally, the aging population and dwindling workforce threaten long-term growth prospects. The decline in returns on financial assets has also impacted household income, particularly affecting wealthier households that drive a disproportionate share of consumption.


What’s Next?
China must implement structural reforms to address the rural-urban divide, improve the position of migrant workers, and correct the misallocation of capital by state-owned enterprises and banks. Significant fiscal resources, potentially amounting to 30% of China’s GDP, will be required to fund investments in social infrastructure and financial stabilization measures. While these reforms are necessary, they will be politically challenging and may require realigning local government incentives and increasing fiscal deficits. Additionally, Chinese businesses exposed to the U.S. market must navigate the impact of tariffs, which could further strain the economy.

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