Pendal says investors underestimate China’s export strength

By Public Technologies
  • Pendal Group remains overweight China, favoring technology and industrial exporters as it sees export strength as underappreciated by investors.
  • China's trade surplus rose from US$ 670 billion in 2021 to US$ 1.2 trillion in the 12 months to August 2026.
  • Second-quarter real GDP grew 4.3% year over year despite a prolonged property downturn and weak domestic demand.
  • US Federal Reserve analysts estimate the renminbi is 24% undervalued, supporting China's growing competitiveness in higher-value exports.
  • The investment team remains cautious on export-oriented industries in Korea and Taiwan as competitive pressure from China intensifies.


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