China’s exports fell for the fourth consecutive month in August, but the trade downturn eased slightly. Experts say China’s trade is set to worsen further this year, making policy support crucial for a turnaround rather than a revival in global demand or a rebound in domestic activity. Exports fell 8.8 percent year-on-year in August, the fourth consecutive month of loss, but topping Reuters poll predictions of a 9.49 percent drop and July’s record of minus 14.5 percent. According to the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC), imports decreased 7.3 percent year-on-year, topping predictions of a minus 8.16 percent, which is better than the negative 12.4 percent reported in July....Read more https://www.theepochtimes.com/china/chinas-exports-fall-again-as-pressure-mounts-for-policy-support-5487623