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China swings to surprise trade surplus in March

Reuters

China swung to a surprise trade surplus of $$5.35 billion in March as exports grew faster than expected and import growth eased from a 13-month peak, customs data showed on Tuesday. Import and export growth ... More »China swings to surprise trade surplus in March

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