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China - Higher inflation does not mean China is overheating. (Aug 07)

Expectation-beating GDP numbers and rapid inflation have again provoked talk of a hard landing for China. However growth close to current rates still looks sustainable. Inflation will probably climb even higher as food prices continue to rise this summer. But as long as inflation remains driven by temporary supply disruptions rather than excess demand, overheating is not a serious concern.

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