Chinese RatingDog Services PMI (Jan) 52.3 vs. Exp. 52.0 (Prev. 52.0)

The Chinese Services PMI for January came in at 52.3, slightly beating expectations of 52.0 and matching the previous print.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 4 Feb 2026, 02:05 UTCOn the live feed at 01:45 UTC, 20 minutes before this page

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Chinese RatingDog Services PMI (Jan) 52.3 vs. Exp. 52.0 (Prev. 52.0)

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This modest beat suggests stability in the services sector, reinforcing positive growth prospects for the economy. It may influence sentiment around the yuan and broader regional risk appetite, particularly in the context of ongoing recovery narratives.

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