China's consumer prices flat in July, factory-gate prices miss forecast

Sluggish demand and trade uncertainty weigh on figures

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China's consumer price index was flat year-on-year in July, compared with a 0.1% rise in June, National Bureau of Statistics data showed on Aug. 9. © Reuters

BEIJING (Reuters) -- China's consumer prices were unchanged in July, while producer prices fell more than expected, underscoring the impact of sluggish domestic demand and persistent trade uncertainty on consumer and business sentiment.

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