China November Imports Unexpectedly Fall

The video discusses the economic performance in terms of exports and imports, highlighting a significant miss in export growth expectations at 4.7% compared to the anticipated 8%. Imports also fell by 6.7%, contrary to the expected gain. Despite these misses, the trade balance was larger than expected. The video also covers the decline in the Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) and a recent rate cut by the Central Bank, indicating efforts to stimulate a slowing economy.

What was the expected export growth percentage for November?

• 11.6%

• 8%

• 4.7%

• 5%

How did the import figures for the recent period compare to expectations?

• They fell short of expectations with a decline of 6.7%

• They matched expectations with a gain of 3.8%

• They remained unchanged

• They exceeded expectations with a gain of 6.7%

What was the actual trade balance figure reported?

• 50.3 billion USD

• 54.47 billion USD

• 47 billion USD

• 43.95 billion USD

What recent economic indicator showed a decline to an eight-month low?

• Trade Balance

• Export Growth Rate

• Import Growth Rate

• Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI)

What action did the Central Bank take in response to the slowing economy?

• Reduced government spending

• Increased interest rates

• Implemented a rate cut

• Introduced new tariffs