Beijing, 27 July 2026 – China’s industrial profit growth slowed in June as strong earnings from artificial intelligence, electronics and raw materials contrasted with continued weakness across automobiles, construction materials and utilities.
Profits at large industrial companies increased 15.1% year-on-year in June, moderating from the 21.1% expansion recorded in May.
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Rebecca Hsu is a Senior Economist and Lead Analyst for The Ledger Asia, focusing on the rapidly evolving financial landscapes of East and Southeast Asia. With a background in sovereign risk assessment and emerging market trends, Rebecca provides sharp commentary on trade dynamics, monetary policy, and the digital economy's impact on regional growth.
Formerly a strategic advisor for major financial institutions in Hong Kong, she excels at translating complex macroeconomic shifts into actionable insights for investors and policymakers. Her work at The Ledger Asia centers on China’s economic transition and the burgeoning manufacturing hubs of ASEAN, ensuring readers stay ahead of Asia’s shifting financial tides.
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