Fitch: An extended global energy crisis may create economic spillovers affecting China’s trade and manufacturing.

Fitch has indicated that a prolonged global energy crisis could lead to significant economic spillovers impacting China's trade and manufacturing sectors. This scenario could affect capital flows and trade balances as rising energy costs may squeeze profit margins and reduce export competitiveness. The Chinese yuan and equities in the manufacturing sector are particularly vulnerable due to their reliance on stable energy prices and global demand. Traders will be closely watching upcoming energy supply reports and any shifts in global energy policies that could signal changes in the crisis's trajectory.

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