China's economic growth rebounded from three-year lows to 4.5% in the third quarter, beating forecasts as booming exports offset tight consumer spending. Analysts expect Beijing to meet its 2026 target of 4.5%-5% without additional stimulus, but warn that the reliance on external drivers is deepening structural imbalances. Retail sales lagged industrial output, the property slump continues, and fierce price wars have pushed firms to cut costs, including payroll. Exports rose by more than a third and China is on track to top last year's $1.2-trillion trade surplus, prompting the EU to limit hybrid car exports with further curbs planned. Officials' data show unemployment at 5.2%, though economists say the figure is flattered by a growing gig economy.
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