China is still struggling to fix its demand problem — and that's bad news for the likes of Apple and Tesla

China's economy expanded by a better-than-expected 5.3% in the first three months of 2024.But analysts are flagging sluggish home and retail sales as a sign of weak demand.The slowdown could hit the bottom line of big US companies such as Apple and Tesla. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read preview Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. Email address ...