China's Weak Recovery Dampens Global Corporate Growth Prospects

China’s sluggish economic recovery, marked by a protracted property market downturn and high job insecurity, is impacting global corporate growth. Major companies like Starbucks, General Motors, and various tech firms have reported challenges due to weak consumer spending and ineffective stimulus measures. China’s economy grew slower than expected in Q2 2024, with retail sales hitting an 18-month low. Despite government efforts to stimulate consumption, concerns persist about prolonged stagnation and deflation risks, making the Chinese market less reliable for global businesses.