China's manufacturing PMI fell to 50.0 in May 2026 as export orders dropped sharply and retail sales disappointed, raising concerns for global investors.

China's manufacturing PMI fell to 50.0 in May 2026 as export orders dropped sharply and retail sales disappointed, raising concerns for global investors.

China's economy shows a worrying split in May. While factories are humming with strong exports, consumer spending took a hit, with retail sales falling for the first time in over…