Improving migrant workers’ living standards key to boosting Chinese consumption: HSBC

HSBC analysts believe improving the living standards of China's 131 million migrant workers is crucial for boosting domestic consumption. This shift in focus could unlock significant spending, equivalent to about 0.5 per cent of China's gross domestic product. The report suggests that by enhancing the economic prospects of these migrant workers, China may be able to tap into a larger consumer base, potentially driving economic growth and benefiting the overall economy.

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China's consumption growth may rely on improving living standards for migrant workers. This could lead to increased spending power and confidence among this large group of people.

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