"Foreign Skepticism: China's Struggle to Boost Economic Confidence"

Foreign businesses in China are facing challenges and dwindling confidence amid a discrepancy between Beijing's positive economic outlook and their tepid business performances. Concerns about national security, data flows, and market barriers are fueling doubts about increasing investments in China, prompting some foreign companies to consider diversifying their investments outside of China. Despite China's 5.2% annualized growth, foreign investors remain wary due to uncertainties over jobs and income, while some still see potential in China's large consumer market.