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flag Standard Chartered raises China's 2026 GDP forecast to 4.6% on consumption, innovation, and tech exports.

flag Standard Chartered raised its 2026 China GDP growth forecast to 4.6 percent, citing resilience amid global challenges and a shift toward consumption and innovation. flag The bank highlighted strong global trade, R&D spending reaching 2.8% of GDP—exceeding the OECD average for the first time—and over 9% growth in high-end tech and equipment exports. flag A surge in mainland companies listing in Hong Kong focused on new consumption and AI attracted foreign investor interest. flag Experts say the transition from export reliance to domestic demand and innovation enhances stability, drives industrial upgrading, and supports sustainable growth through new business models and jobs.

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