China Slides Into Deflation as Consumer, Factor Prices Drop

The video discusses the confirmation of deflation in China, highlighting mixed economic indicators such as CPI and PPI. It outlines the challenges China faces, including export and import contractions, and persistent economic issues. The reluctance to implement broad-scale stimulus and ongoing property market concerns, exemplified by Country Garden's struggles, are also examined, emphasizing the thin confidence in China's economy.

What economic indicators confirmed deflation in China?

• CPI and PPI data

• GDP and unemployment rate

• Trade balance and foreign reserves

• Interest rates and inflation

What is a major factor contributing to the persistent economic issues in China?

• High inflation rates

• Lack of broad-scale stimulus

• Rising oil prices

• Increased foreign investment

What is one of the main challenges in implementing stimulus measures in China?

• High cost of implementation

• Lack of government support

• Long time to take effect

• Immediate impact on the economy

Which company is highlighted as struggling in China's property sector?

• Tencent

• Country Garden

• Evergrande

• Alibaba

What is the current state of confidence in China's economy?

• Very high

• Stable

• Moderate

• Thin