China Achieves 5% GDP Growth in 2025 Amid Global Economic Challenges
China's economy expanded by 5% in 2025, surpassing 140 trillion yuan ($20 trillion) in GDP for the first time. The growth marks the successful completion of the 14th Five-Year Plan, reinforcing China's position as the world's second-largest economy.
Despite quarterly slowdowns, annual growth remained resilient against domestic and geopolitical headwinds. Gross national income ROSE 5.1% to 139 trillion yuan, demonstrating sustained economic momentum.
Analysts project continued expansion in 2026, as China's structural reforms and long-term planning appear to buffer against global market volatility. The National Bureau of Statistics reported progressive quarterly declines, though annual targets were met consistently throughout the five-year period.
