Mumbai, Dec. 11 -- China's economy is forecast to expand more than previously estimated this year and the growth will depend more on domestic demand in the coming years, the World Bank said in its latest China Economic Update, released Thursday.
The bank projected economic growth at 4.9 percent this year and 4.4 percent in 2026, as existing headwinds are expected to persist.
The lender expects fiscal measures together with some stability in global trade policy to support investment and exports.
Earlier in October, the bank had forecast China's growth to reach 4.8 percent in 2025 and 4.2 percent in 2026.
The World Bank cited that challenges in the property sector, subdued earning prospects, labor market softness, and trade policy uncerta...