When will China’s economy overtake America’s? | The Economist (Level 1)

Will China's economy become bigger than the United States? People have asked this question for a long time. In the past, experts said China would easily become the biggest economy in the world. Now, they are not so sure. Recently, some experts said China might never beat the US. They call this idea "Peak China." This means China will get very close to the US but then slowly fall behind. There are a few reasons for this. China has a shrinking population. Also, the Chinese government is focusing on building national power instead of just making money. However, many people still think China will win. In a recent poll, 74% of people said China will pass the US in the 2030s. Other experts say the US could lose its lead if it stops growing its own population. The future of technology, like artificial intelligence, might decide the winner.