# Mercator Institute for China Studies

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### China Signals Tolerance for Slower Growth with 4.5%-5% Target for 2026
2026-03-05 02:08:34 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 8/10 · Sources: 2

China has lowered its economic growth target to a range of 4.5% to 5.0% for 2026, prioritizing structural reforms and high-tech self-reliance over rapid expansion. The move, unveiled alongside the 15th Five-Year Plan, reflects Beijing's strategic pivot toward a production-focused growth model designed to withstand global competition.
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