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Chinese Factories Exporting Amid Deflation, HSBC Analyst Warns, Prices of Goods Drop
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Amid Economic Struggles, Chinese Factories Increase Exports, Drop Prices by 20%, Stirring Trade Tensions
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Chinese factories are grappling with overcapacity amidst a struggling economy, leading to an increase in exports and sparking new trade tensions with the United States. As the top LNG importer, China is reselling more cargoes, eyeing trading gains. Chinese sellers have also reduced prices by approximately 20% this year, a move designed to preserve or expand market share, particularly in the crucial US market.