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China Faces Economic Pressure as Auto and Appliance Sales Decline Following Subsidy Pullback

Sales of major consumer goods like cars, air conditioners, and TVs dropped sharply in China last month, intensifying calls for government stimulus amid weakening consumer sentiment.

Jul 2, 2026, 7:33 AM Nikkei Asia

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Sales of cars, air conditioners, and televisions in China fell rapidly last month as the effects of government subsidies diminished. This decline in big-ticket item purchases has increased pressure on policymakers to introduce new economic stimulus measures to support the slowing retail sector. The drop in sales highlights weakening consumer confidence and raises concerns about the broader economic outlook in China. The situation underscores the challenges facing the Chinese government in balancing subsidy policies and sustaining domestic demand.

— Reported by Nikkei Asia from Shanghai, with source photos by Ken Kobayashi and Reuters.

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