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China's services growth slows to three-month low as confidence weakens
China's services sector growth slowed to its weakest since July 2026, with business confidence dropping due to rising input costs and intensified competition, despite continued new business growth and staffing increases.
◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway
China's cooling services growth signals tighter margins and tougher competition ahead. You need to prepare for cost pressures and consider where value can be unlocked even as the sector grows.
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2 sources · 4 Nov 2026
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