Economy

China inflation hits 34-month high in December, but 2025 prices record weakest growth in 16 years

January 9, 2026

China's consumer inflation reached a 34-month high in December, indicating rising prices, while the overall price growth for the year 2025 was the weakest in 16 years. This disparity suggests ongoing weak demand in the economy and raises expectations for potential stimulus measures in 2026.

China’s inflation hits a 34-month high, but full-year price growth

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Key Highlights

Consumer inflation in December 2025 was the highest in 34 months.
Full-year price growth for 2025 was the weakest in 16 years.
The data indicates persistent underlying weak demand in China's economy.
Expectations are rising for fresh economic stimulus in 2026.

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China inflation hits 34-month high in December, but 2025 prices record weakest growth in 16 years

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China inflation hits 34-month high in December, but 2025 prices record weakest growth in 16 years

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