Research conducted by Perplexity AI using the following sources:

• China to set GDP growth range, providing policy flexibility in 2026
• China likely to set 2026 GDP growth target at around 5pc
• China may trim 2026 growth target, keep policy supportive, BofA says
• China's Economy is Expected to Grow 4.8% in 2026 Amid Surging Exports
• China Outlook 2026-27: Resilience and Rebalancing