China Hits 5 Percent Growth Target Despite Property Crisis and USA Tariffs

China achieved its official 5 percent economic growth target for 2025 despite a slowdown to 4.5 percent in the final quarter and a 20 percent drop in exports to the USA.A record trade surplus of 1.2 trillion dollars and increased investment in artificial intelligence helped offset a persistent property crisis and weak domestic retail sales.While the IMF projects steady global growth, analysts express skepticism over official Chinese data as the nation faces its fourth year of population decline.