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Conclusion: A Perfect Storm
The convergence of these factors presents a troubling picture for China's economic future. Not only has the economy been struggling to recover from the real estate collapse, but the additional burdens placed upon it by international tariffs further complicate the landscape.
It appears increasingly unlikely that China will achieve its 5% growth target for 2025 amid these conditions. With deflation occurring, falling producer prices, and declining import values, the pressures on Chinese businesses are growing, painting a portrait of an economy battling to maintain stability in a turbulent global environment.