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China's Real Estate Crisis: 27.4% Drop in Housing Completions

2/15/2025

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China's real estate sector, once a powerhouse of growth, has faced turmoil since 2021, stunting GDP and job creation. In a bid to revive the market, Beijing introduced a "whitelist" policy in January 2024, unlocking 5.6 trillion yuan in loans for promising projects. Yet, a staggering 27.4% drop in housing completions underscores the persistent struggles ahead.

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Story summary

China's real estate sector, once a powerhouse of growth, has faced turmoil since 2021, stunting GDP and job creation. In a bid to revive the market, Beijing introduced a "whitelist" policy in January 2024, unlocking 5.6 trillion yuan in loans for promising projects. Yet, a staggering 27.4% drop in housing completions underscores the persistent struggles ahead.