Download or read book Getting to Grips with China's GDP Data written by Thomas Orlik and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2011-05-03 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you liked this Short, you might also like Understanding China's Economic Indicators: Translating the Data into Investment Opportunities (9780132620192) by Thomas M. Orlik. Available in print and digital formats. Beyond the bottom line: uncovering powerful, crucial insights hidden within China’s GDP data. China’s GDP data is the most comprehensive indicator of its economy’s strength and momentum. For many global investors, consistent GDP growth averaging almost 10% a year was the only thing they needed to know about the Chinese economy. However, GDP breakdowns by sector output, expenditure, and region are important tools for policymakers concerned about whether China can sustain growth.