David Ingles

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Last mentioned: Mar 6, 2026

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Mar 5, 2026
The Sober Shift

Official target lowered to 4.5%-5.0%, the lowest in 35 years, signaling structural reform.
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Stability Maintenance

Growth targets maintained at 'around 5%' despite property sector headwinds.
Jan 1, 2023
Post-Pandemic Recovery

China sets GDP target at 'around 5%' following the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions.

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China Targets 'Sober Growth' with Lowest GDP Goal Since 1991

China has set its 2026 GDP growth target at a conservative 4.5%–5%, marking the lowest official goal in over three decades. This shift signals a pivot toward 'sober growth' and high-quality development over the debt-fueled expansion of previous eras.

Mar 5, 2026 2 sources