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China Introduces Subsidies to Stimulate Consumer Spending and Combat Deflation

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China Introduces Subsidies to Stimulate Consumer Spending and Combat Deflation

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  • Chinese consumers are showing decreased spending, leading to government intervention.
  • The government has launched a program to subsidize home appliances, adding small items like microwave ovens and water purifiers to a previous trade-in initiative.
  • Beijing allocated 81 billion yuan (approximately $11 billion) for the program, resulting in significant sales boosts in auto and appliance sectors.
  • Deflation concerns persist as China's consumer price index increased only 0.2% year-on-year, highlighting low consumer demand.
  • Analysts predict seasonal inflation increases due to Chinese New Year, but current trends suggest lingering economic challenges.

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