China’s economy grows faster than forecast after AI boom boosts exports — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-s-economy-grows-faster-than-forecast-after-ai-boom-boosts-exportsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. China Q3 GDP grows 4.5% as AI boom drives exportshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-s-economy-grows-faster-than-forecast-after-ai-boom-boosts-exportshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-s-economy-grows-faster-than-forecast-after-ai-boom-boosts-exports#u147818Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:10:22 +0000China's economy grew 4.5% in the third quarter, exceeding forecasts and placing the annual growth target within reach. This acceleration was driven by a surge in exports fueled by an AI boom, which offset a domestic slump and a property crisis. While external demand remains robust, the growth figures mask persistent internal economic weakness and low domestic demand. Beijing now faces continued pressure to maintain this momentum to meet its official full-year economic goals.Why it mattersChina is the world's second-biggest economy. The current growth trend highlights a growing divide