China’s consumer prices keep rising after holiday spending surge

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Luna SunMarch 9, 2026 at 05:08 AM

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China's consumer prices increased in January and February 2024, with the consumer price index (CPI) rising 0.8% year-on-year. The surge in spending was largely attributed to the extended Chinese New Year holiday, which fell in February this year. February alone saw a 1.3% year-on-year increase, the largest monthly jump in approximately three years, exceeding market expectations. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) cited the holiday timing and demand recovery as primary factors. However, analysts caution that the recovery may be temporary, influenced by the holiday and rising oil prices due to Middle East tensions, suggesting Beijing may need to implement stronger measures to sustain demand.

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