China’s Economy Expanded 4.5% in Third Quarter, Powered by Exports — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-s-economy-expanded-4-5-in-third-quarter-powered-by-exportsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. China Third-Quarter GDP Expands 4.5% on Export Surgehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-s-economy-expanded-4-5-in-third-quarter-powered-by-exportshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-s-economy-expanded-4-5-in-third-quarter-powered-by-exports#u146356Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:40:27 +0000China expanded its economy by 4.5% year-on-year in the third quarter, accelerating from the prior period and outpacing expectations. Strong manufacturing activity and an export boom fueled the rebound, which was further bolstered by an artificial intelligence sector boost. This growth acceleration eases immediate pressure on Beijing to introduce additional economic stimulus measures. However, persistent weaknesses linger beneath the surface, as domestic consumption, property sector stability, and domestic demand remain sluggish amid ongoing stagnation in investment and real estate.Why it matte