09.08.202501:30:00UTC+00China's July PPI Shows Steady -3.6% in Year-Over-Year Comparison

China's Producer Price Index (PPI) maintained its position at -3.6% in July 2025, matching the percentage recorded in June, according to the latest data updated on August 9, 2025. This year-over-year comparison highlights a consistent drop when evaluated against the same months of the previous year but reflects no further decline from June to July.

The unchanged indicator suggests that while pressures remain in certain sectors, there has been no further deterioration compared to the previous month. Analysts often use PPI as a leading indicator for inflation trends, as it measures average changes in selling prices received by domestic producers for their output.

The steady PPI could signal a stabilization in producer prices, but with a consistent decline year-over-year, the situation still poses challenges to policymakers aiming to kickstart economic growth in the world's second-largest economy. As global economic dynamics continue to evolve, China's PPI will be a critical figure to monitor for signs of recovery or further distress.