China's trade surplus grows as exports and imports beat forecasts
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General Administration of Customs of China
China
July 2026
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China's exports rose 23.9% to US$397.85 billion in July. Imports grew 27.5% to US$285.35 billion. The trade surplus reached US$112.5 billion, down from June's US$125.62 billion. Western nations are increasing pressure over alleged industrial overcapacity.
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