Economy slow but still stable despite market meltdown

China’s equity markets continue to tumble, its currency is under unprecedented pressure and Chinese policymakers’ reputation for competence is looking ever more tarnished. Contrary to many of the headlines though, the economic data show no sign of major deterioration in recent months.

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