China's CPI fell to 0.5% in July 2026 as the Iran conflict's energy shock faded following a peace deal that reopened the Strait of Hormuz.

China's producer price inflation eased more than expected in July. Consumer inflation also cooled, reflecting weaker domestic demand in the economy. This slowdown is consistent…

Amid lower domestic fuel prices and weak domestic demand, the national consumer price index rose 0.5 per cent last month.