The broad slowdown that hit China's economy in August might not have continued into September, according to HSBC's "flash" purchasing managers index for the manufacturing sector.
The preliminary survey gave a reading of 50.5, a two-month high and up from 50.2 in August. Economists were anticipating a score of 50.0 - with several expecting outright contraction. A score above 50 signals growth.
A fuller survey on the manufacturing sector is due next week.
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