China's exports growth beats estimates in July, as AI-driven shipments surge

China's exports surge 23.9% in July, driven by AI and tech shipments amid strong trade growth

China's exports rose 23.9% year-on-year to $397.85 billion in July 2026, while imports climbed 27.5%, reflecting robust growth in technology and AI-related shipments despite geopolitical headwinds. The strong performance exceeded market estimates, though the trade surplus narrowed.