30-April-2026
Economy News
 
China Factory Activity Expands at Quickest Pace Since Late 2020, Private PMI Shows
30-Apr-2026

China's manufacturing sector expanded in April at its fastest pace since the end of 2020, driven by stronger output and surging new orders, a private survey showed on Thursday. The RatingDog China General Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, rose to 52.2 in April from 50.8 in March, survey data showed. The reading beat analysts forecast of 51.0. The 50-mark separates growth from contraction.

News Source:- https://money.usnews.com/investing/news/articles/2026-04-29/china-factory-activity-expands-at-quickest-pace-since-late-2020-private-pmi-shows