China’s economy slows in April as trade war blues hit retail sales, housing and investment
The consumer price index fell 0.1% and industrial production slowed in April
- By: Elaine Kurtenbach, The Associated Press
- May 19, 2025 May 19, 2025
- 08:56
The consumer price index fell 0.1% and industrial production slowed in April
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