时报观察 | 提振消费政策应乘势而上早出尽出

Group 1 - The contribution rate of final consumption expenditure to economic growth reached 52% in the first half of the year, an increase of 7.5 percentage points compared to the entire last year, indicating the effectiveness of a series of incremental policies and the potential of the large domestic market [1] - China's GDP grew by 5.3% year-on-year in the first half of the year, but there are signs of slowing growth in retail sales and fixed asset investment since June, suggesting the need for continued efforts in expanding domestic demand [1] - The State Council's recent meeting emphasized the importance of strengthening the domestic circulation, implementing consumption-boosting actions, and optimizing policies to meet diverse consumer demands [1] Group 2 - The concept of "consumption grading" has gained attention this year, highlighting that consumers seek products that balance quality and price while also valuing emotional and aesthetic experiences [2] - Companies need to adapt to new consumer demands by exploring market potential, as demonstrated by a successful washing machine designed to cater to specific cleaning needs [2] - Government intervention is necessary to lower market entry barriers and transaction costs, while also implementing measures to increase residents' income and support the elderly care industry [2]