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China's solar exports jump 60% on the year in April [View all]
https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/chinas-solar-exports-jump-60-year-april-2026-05-18/By Reuters
May 18, 2026 6:59 AM EDT
BEIJING, May 18 (Reuters) - China's solar shipments abroad jumped 60% year-on-year in April, customs data showed on Monday, remaining robust even after the government removed an export tax refund.
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May 18, 2026 6:59 AM EDT
BEIJING, May 18 (Reuters) - China's solar shipments abroad jumped 60% year-on-year in April, customs data showed on Monday, remaining robust even after the government removed an export tax refund.
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- In April, China shipped 60% more solar cells abroad than in the same month last year - and the shipments, valued at $3.12 billion - likely understate actual growth in energy terms since photovoltaic technology advances over time.
- Shipments were down from the previous month. April exports totaled 1.34 billion cells, compared with 1.71 billion in March.
- In volume terms, exports were 1.16 million metric tons in April, down from March's record high of 1.78 million tons, driven by rising demand in Southeast Asia and Africa.
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