Roaring exports lift China’s economic growth; violent French protests put pressure on euro and bonds – business live
China’s export sector has accelerated, helping the country stay on course to achieve its 2026 growth goal, even as household spending remains weaker than manufacturing activity. At the same time, violent protests in France have unsettled financial markets, weighing on the euro and French government bonds. The contrasting developments highlight divergent economic pressures in the two economies.