https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-s-recovery-sputters-as-consumption-output-lose-steamContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-s-recovery-sputters-as-consumption-output-lose-steamhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-s-recovery-sputters-as-consumption-output-lose-steam#u44923Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:10:08 +0000China's economic recovery is sputtering as consumption and output lose steam. Retail sales barely grew in July and investment slumped, indicating a weak economy. The property bust is worsening, and the investment slump is deepening, showing signs of weakness. China's economy slowed further in July, with retail sales and investment being major concerns.Why it mattersChina's economic slowdown has significant implications for the global economy, as it is a major contributor to global growth. The country's property sector has been struggling, and the government's efforts t