As growth falters, China suspends release of youth unemployment data

China will suspend the release of youth unemployment rates, whilst the central bank cuts a key interest rate in a bid to boost a declining economic growth. Youth unemployment reached a record 21.3% in June, reflecting the slump as China's post-Covid rebound fades. Various disappointing figures have suggested China may struggle to achieve its five percent growth target set for the year.

Aug 15, 2023 - 13:30
As growth falters, China suspends release of youth unemployment data
China will suspend the release of youth unemployment rates, whilst the central bank cuts a key interest rate in a bid to boost a declining economic growth. Youth unemployment reached a record 21.3% in June, reflecting the slump as China's post-Covid rebound fades. Various disappointing figures have suggested China may struggle to achieve its five percent growth target set for the year.