China's consumer price index (CPI) recorded a 0.7% year-on-year increase in November 2025, according to data released Wednesday by the National Bureau of Statistics. The modest growth reflects ongoing adjustments in the world's second-largest economy as it navigates global market fluctuations and domestic consumption patterns.
Analysts suggest the incremental rise indicates stable price controls amid increased government efforts to balance economic growth with sustainable development goals. Food prices showed particular resilience, with fresh vegetable costs rising 4.1% compared to November 2024, while pork prices continued their downward trend for the third consecutive month.
The statistics bureau emphasized that current inflation levels remain within acceptable parameters, with core CPI (excluding food and energy prices) maintaining a 0.4% increase. This development comes as Chinese policymakers implement targeted measures to stimulate domestic consumption while managing international trade pressures.
Economic observers will closely monitor December's figures to assess seasonal trends and the effectiveness of recent fiscal policies. The gradual CPI growth aligns with projections from major financial institutions, suggesting cautious optimism for China's economic trajectory heading into 2026.
