年中经济观察｜首发经济提升城市消费热力

Group 1 - The core viewpoint highlights the robust growth of the first-release economy in China, particularly in international consumer cities like Shanghai and Chengdu, with Chengdu alone hosting 395 new stores in the first half of the year, surpassing a total of 4,000 first stores nationwide [1][7] - Chengdu's Spring Street has seen an average of one new store launch every two days, indicating a vibrant retail environment [1][3] - Over 110 first-release events have taken place in Chengdu in the first half of the year, showcasing both international and local brands, which has attracted significant consumer interest [3][5] Group 2 - The local government has supported the first-release economy by integrating resources for innovation and product transformation, establishing a green channel for new product launches, and nurturing over 60 key enterprises in the sector [5][7] - The first-release economy has contributed to a 6.8% year-on-year increase in consumption in the Jinjiang District, significantly outpacing the national average [7] - Nationwide, 2,664 new quality stores were opened in 24 monitored cities in the first half of the year, marking a 21% increase year-on-year, with Chengdu, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Chongqing leading in new store openings [7]