# GDP Growth
Latest news and articles about GDP Growth
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China’s Central Bank Commits to 'Moderately Loose' Policy as Growth Hits 5% Target
The People's Bank of China has reaffirmed its 'moderately loose' monetary stance to support a 5% GDP growth rate, focusing on historically low interest rates and targeted credit for the tech and green sectors. While domestic indicators remain resilient, the bank is preparing to navigate global geopolitical risks and maintain Renminbi stability.
Tech-Led Resilience: Semiconductors Propel Hang Seng to New Heights Amid Energy Volatility
Hong Kong's Hang Seng TECH Index surged 3.06% on May 7, driven by a massive rally in semiconductor and AI stocks. Despite a sharp decline in the oil sector, strong Q1 GDP growth of 5.9% provided a bullish fundamental backdrop for the broader market.
Guangzhou’s High-Tech Pivot: How the “Millennial Trading Hub” Outpaced National Growth
Guangzhou's Q1 2026 GDP grew by 6.0%, exceeding national and provincial averages for the first time in five years. This growth was driven by a massive surge in high-tech manufacturing, specifically in NEVs and semiconductors, alongside a record-breaking recovery in international tourism and service-based consumption.
The Economic Cost of Escalation: UN Warns of a Looming Development Crisis in the Middle East
A new UNDP report warns that an escalation of conflict in the Middle East could result in economic losses of up to $194 billion, representing 6% of regional GDP. This downturn would likely trigger a sharp rise in unemployment and plunge four million additional people into poverty by 2026.