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16.06.202602:00:00UTC+00China’s Retail Sales Slip Back Into Decline in May, Signaling Fragile Consumer Demand

China’s retail sales fell 0.6% year-over-year in May 2026, reversing the modest 0.2% annual growth recorded in April, according to data updated on 16 June 2026. The setback underscores the lingering weakness in consumer demand despite previous signs of stabilization.

The figures are based on year-over-year comparisons, with May’s result measured against May 2025 and April’s reading against April 2025. The move from slight growth to contraction suggests households may be turning more cautious in their spending, adding to concerns about the strength and durability of China’s domestic demand recovery. Investors and policymakers will be watching upcoming data closely for signs of whether this decline is a temporary pullback or the start of a more persistent slowdown in consumer activity.

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