China’s economy grows at 4.3%, one of its lowest rates on record

China's economy expanded by just 4.3% in the last quarter, marking one of the lowest growth rates since official quarterly GDP figures began in the early 1990s. This disappointing performance underscores the country's economic challenges, especially amid concerns about an unbalanced economic structure. Analysts are worried that this sluggish growth could have significant implications for global markets, given China's pivotal role in international trade and manufacturing. The lower-than-expected growth indicates potential structural issues that could affect future economic policies.