Goldman Sachs updated its forecast for China's GDP growth in 2024, raising it from 4.7% to 4.9%. This adjustment reflects the impact of recent fiscal stimulus measures introduced

Goldman Sachs Group Inc. upgraded its forecasts for China’s economic growth in 2024 and 2025 after Beijing unveiled a series of measures to shore up growth, including plans for greater public spending announced over the weekend.

NEW YORK - Goldman Sachs on Sunday lifted its forecasts on China's economic growth for 2024 and 2025 on the grounds of the country's recent pro-growth measures. China's gross domestic products (GDP) would expand by 4.9 percent in 2024, up from an earlier forecast of 4.7 percent, according to a report by the investment bank.

Goldman Sachs raised China's gross domestic product forecast to 4.9% from 4.7% for 2024, according to a research note, citing the government's latest round of stimulus measures. The move "clearly indicates that policymakers have made a turn on cyclical policy management and increased their focus on the economy,

It warned that China’s structural challenges remain and maintained its forecasts for 2026 and beyond. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Goldman Sachs upgraded its China growth forecast, citing recent stimulus efforts. But another large package is needed when it comes to reviving the world's second-largest economy.