China’s import growth surged in March 2026, with the year-over-year increase accelerating to 27.8%, up from 19.8% in February 2026. The figures, updated on 14 April 2026, reflect a significant strengthening in inbound trade momentum compared with the same period a year earlier.
Both the current and previous readings are calculated on a year-over-year basis, comparing each month’s import performance with that of the corresponding month in the prior year. The jump from February’s 19.8% to March’s 27.8% suggests a notable pick-up in external demand, domestic activity, or a combination of both, underscoring a robust expansion in China’s import flows as the first quarter draws to a close.
