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China Retail Sales Slip as Ex‑Auto Spending Shows Modest Gain

House‑price losses, rising flexible work, large auto purchases and gaps in official coverage signal deeper strain in household spending.

IMF Lifts Global Growth Outlook to 3.3% for 2026, Upgrades India to 7.3% and China to 4.5%