China's imports post surprise growth in December, exports beat expectations as higher tariffs loom

China’s trade data for December surpassed expectations, with exports increasing by 10.7% in US dollar terms, while imports rose by 1.0%, reversing previous contractions. The country’s stimulus measures and frontloading of shipments by exporters amid tariff concerns have supported industrial demand, with a weak yuan boosting outbound shipments, although the outlook remains uncertain due to potential tariff hikes and a real estate crisis impacting domestic demand.

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