China’s imports rose 27.4% year-on-year in May 2026, accelerating from a 25.3% annual increase recorded in April, according to data updated on 9 June 2026. Both figures compare the respective months with the same period a year earlier.
The stronger May reading suggests a continued pick-up in inbound demand, following an already robust expansion in April. The year-on-year basis underscores that the improvement is not just a short-term fluctuation within the year, but a solid gain relative to 2025 levels.
