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China February manufacturing hits 3-month high, but US tariff war clouds outlook

China's Purchasing Managers' Index reached a three-month high of 50.2 in February, indicating manufacturing expansion after a dip in January, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.
China plans to set a 5 percent economic growth target for the year during the 'Two Sessions' political gathering.
US President Donald Trump announced an additional 10 percent tariff on Chinese imports, complicating the manufacturing recovery.
Zhao Qinghe from the National Bureau of Statistics noted that February's PMI data was influenced by the resumption of production after the Chinese New Year holiday.

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Chinese factories see improved orders as importers rush to beat tariffs

BANGKOK (AP) -- Chinese manufacturers reported an uptick in orders in February as importers rushed to beat higher U.S. tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.

6 hours ago·Canada

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The Korea Times

China's PMI data returns to positive territory for February

China's purchasing managers' index, a key indicator for manufacturing activity, reached a three-month high in February and returned to positive territory as the country ramped up measures to boost its economy.

1 day ago·Korea, Republic of

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Inquirer

China manufacturing activity grows in February

SHANGHAI – China’s manufacturing activity grew in February after a dip the previous month, official figures showed Saturday, as leaders fight an economic slump while the United States targets the country’s exports with increased tariffs. The world’s second-largest economy is facing sluggish internal demand and a protracted property sector crisis, as well as the possibility of a deepening trade war with the US under President Donald Trump. Read: …

2 days ago·Manila, Philippines

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South China Morning Post

China’s PMI data returns to positive territory for February

The manufacturing index stood at 50.2 for the month, up from January’s figure which was affected by the Lunar New Year holiday.

2 days ago·Hong Kong

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The Canberra Times

China manufacturing activity hits three-month high

China is expected to maintain an economic growth target of 5 per cent, despite threats from US President...

2 days ago·Canberra, Australia

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U.S. News

China February Manufacturing Hits 3-Month High, but US Tariff War Clouds Outlook

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2 days ago·New York, United States

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