Core Insights - The craft beer sector is attracting an increasing number of entrants, with companies like Wuliangye and Haoxiangni recently launching craft beer products [1] - The domestic craft beer industry has seen a significant rise in the number of related enterprises, reaching 7,491 as of August 11, with a notable concentration in East China [5][6] Industry Distribution - The majority of craft beer enterprises are located in East China, accounting for 37.26% of the total, with Shandong province being a major hub, hosting over 1,700 related companies, which represents more than 23% of the national total [5] - Other regions such as North China, Northeast China, and Central China account for 14.18%, 13.36%, and 10.68% respectively [5] Company Formation Trends - Over 60% of existing craft beer enterprises have been established in the last three years, with those founded within 1-3 years making up 35.14% and those established within the last year accounting for 25.99% [6] Registration Growth - The registration of craft beer-related enterprises has shown an upward trend over the past decade, with 1,509 new registrations this year, including 1,458 in the first seven months, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 20.8% [8]