Economic Buzz: China trade surplus hits $213.6B as exports surge 21.8% in early 2026

China?s trade surplus widened to $213.62 billion in the first two months of 2026 as exports jumped 21.8% year-on-year to $656.58 billion, marking the fastest expansion since October 2021 on the back of firm global demand. Imports also rose 19.8% to $442.96 billion, the strongest pace since January 2022, supported by resilient domestic demand during the festive season and higher purchases of raw materials and consumer goods.

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