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China’s Consumer Prices Fall Amid Deflation Concerns

China’s consumer prices dropped below zero in August, marking the first decline in three months and signaling persistent deflationary pressure. Weak domestic demand and slowing economic momentum raise concerns about recovery prospects, with policymakers facing mounting pressure to stimulate growth and stabilize Asia’s largest economy.