Global Market: China's factory activity contracts unexpectedly in July; metal, commodity stocks may stay under pressure

Source: The Times of India· Anupam Nagar· July 31, 2026

China's manufacturing activity unexpectedly slipped into contraction during July. The official manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index fell below 50 for the first time. Non-manufacturing sectors also contracted, indicating broader economic slowdown. This dat…

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