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02 Feb 2026
China's factory activity grows at fastest pace since October, private survey shows, beating official reading
Summary
China’s factory activity grew in January, according to a private survey, as manufacturers accelerated production and front-loaded shipments ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday. The RatingDog China General Manufacturing PMI rose to 50.3, indicating expansion, while the official survey showed a contraction. Despite the positive private survey, concerns about rising costs and subdued business confidence persist.