China's exports soared over 19% year-on-year, the fastest in three months, while imports surged as demand for foreign chips and equipment fueled AI-driven trade expansion.
China's exports jumped over 19% year-on-year
Jun 09, 2026
11:56 am
What's the storyChina's exports and imports grew faster than expected in May, driven by a surge in demand for artificial intelligence (AI) hardware.
The country's exports jumped over 19% year-on-year, the highest in three months, according to data from the General Administration of Customs.
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