山东政商要情（6.23—6.29）

Economic Performance - Shandong's economy has shown overall stability in the first five months of 2025, with industrial production increasing by 7.8% year-on-year, and 85.4% of the 41 industries reporting positive growth [1] - The added value of Shandong's equipment manufacturing industry grew by 13.6%, significantly higher than the overall industrial growth rate, contributing 3.3 percentage points to the province's industrial growth [1] - The service sector also experienced steady growth, with a 6.2% increase in revenue from January to April 2025, and all ten major industry categories achieving positive growth [1] Technological Innovation - The Shandong Provincial Science and Technology Conference emphasized the need for deep integration of technological and industrial innovation, aiming to enhance high-quality technological supply and promote the transformation of scientific achievements [2] - The conference highlighted the importance of building a first-class innovation ecosystem and strengthening the role of enterprises in technological innovation [2] Unicorn Companies - The 2025 Global Unicorn List revealed that Shandong has ten companies valued at over $1 billion, with GoerTek being the highest-ranked at a valuation of 20.5 billion yuan [3] - The majority of these unicorns are concentrated in Qingdao, focusing on emerging industries such as semiconductors, software services, and renewable energy [3] Inclusive Finance - Four regions in Shandong were selected as demonstration zones for inclusive finance, aimed at optimizing financing mechanisms and promoting financial product innovation to support small and micro enterprises [5] - The initiative is expected to alleviate financing difficulties for small businesses and enhance market vitality in the region [5] Youth Talent Attraction - Qingdao introduced 28 measures to attract young talent, focusing on employment, entrepreneurship, housing, and quality of life [6] - The measures include rent-free housing support for recent graduates, aimed at reducing living costs and enhancing the city's appeal to young professionals [6]