【财经分析】县域经济迎质效双升 “东强西弱”等问题仍待破局

Core Insights - The report highlights the importance of county-level economies as a key link in urban-rural integration and a crucial driver for common prosperity in China [1][2] - The transition from scale expansion to quality improvement in county economies is a focal point of social attention, particularly in the context of new industrialization, urbanization, and rural revitalization [1][2] Economic Performance - County economies have shown significant growth, with GDP increasing from 31.6 trillion yuan in 2015 to 48.3 trillion yuan in 2023, reflecting a continuous upward trend [2] - The economic structure has improved, with the secondary industry accounting for 40% of the county economy, establishing a dual-driven model of secondary and tertiary industries [2] - The top 100 counties contribute 26.5% of county GDP despite representing only 5% of the total number of counties, showcasing their economic strength [2] Challenges Faced - There are notable regional disparities in county economic development, with the eastern region having a significant advantage in the number of top-performing counties [4] - The pressure for industrial structure transformation remains, as traditional industries still dominate, and the proportion of strategic emerging industries is relatively low [4][5] - The need for balanced regional development and the upgrading of industrial structures are critical challenges for achieving high-quality growth [4][5] Pathways for High-Quality Development - Experts suggest that county economies should explore development paths tailored to their unique characteristics, emphasizing the integration of new industrialization, urbanization, and rural revitalization [6][7] - Key strategies include promoting new industrialization, enhancing traditional industries, and fostering the development of emerging industries to create new growth engines [6][7] - The report outlines five focus areas for the 14th Five-Year Plan, including provincial coordination, synchronized modernization, and the cultivation of new productive forces [7]