On January 14, 2025, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. reported that China is set to implement a variety of stimulus measures to mitigate the impact of anticipated US tariffs and a continuing downturn in the housing sector. Chief economist Jan Hatzius indicated that the Chinese government is likely to pursue additional monetary and fiscal easing, alongside measures to support the housing market.
Hatzius forecasts that China's economic growth will decelerate to 4.5% in 2025, a decrease from an estimated 5% in 2024, aligning with broader market expectations.