International

Create a free account with Business Times for seamless access across SPH Media products.

SUBSCRIBERS

China August imports up 1.5%, exports down 2.8%

Published Thu, Sep 8, 2016 · 09:50 PM

Beijing

CHINA'S trade figures surprised on the upside with imports stalling their almost two-year drop in August.

Last month, China's imports rose 1.5 per cent year-on-year in US dollar terms. That compares with a 12.5 per cent drop in July.

BT is now on Telegram!

For daily updates on weekdays and specially selected content for the weekend. Subscribe to t.me/BizTimes

Get the latest coverage and full access to all BT premium content.

Browse corporate subscription here