China's Economy: Q2 GDP Grows 4.3% as Exports Offset Domestic Weakness

Fresh data is out for China, the world's second-largest economy. According to reports, China's GDP grew 4.3% in the second quarter.

Key points

• Surging exports supported the economy despite weak domestic demand
• The figure matters for global trade and markets

Experts say sluggish domestic consumption remains a challenge for China, even as reliance on exports grows. The trends matter for many countries, including India.