China’s manufacturing sector stumbled at the start of the year, reinforcing concerns that the economy is entering 2026 with weakening momentum and unresolved structural strains, even as policymakers intensify efforts to pivot growth toward domestic demand. Official data released on Saturday showed the manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) fell to 49.3 in January from 50.1
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