Economic Overview - The national economy shows a steady development trend, requiring continued macro policy support to effectively release domestic demand potential and promote a stable and healthy economic development [1][2] Export and Consumption - In July, exports increased by 7.2% year-on-year, surpassing the previous value of 5.9% [1] - Social retail sales grew by 3.7% year-on-year in July, down from 4.8% in June and 6.4% in May, with retail sales of goods increasing by 4.0%, lower than the previous value of 5.3% [1] - The consumption upgrade policy continues to show effects, with significant growth in retail sales of home appliances (28.7%), furniture (20.6%), communication equipment (14.9%), and cultural office supplies (13.8%) [1] Fixed Asset Investment - From January to July, fixed asset investment increased by 1.6% year-on-year, a decline of 1.2 percentage points compared to the first half of the year [1] - Investment growth in manufacturing, infrastructure, and real estate showed a downward trend, decreasing by 1.3%, 1.4%, and 0.8% respectively [1] Industrial Production - In July, the industrial added value above designated size grew by 5.7% year-on-year, lower than the previous value of 6.8% [2] - The producer price index for industrial producers decreased by 0.2% month-on-month, with a year-on-year decline of 3.6% [2] Policy Measures - Starting in August, the government will implement measures to expand consumption, including childcare subsidies and the exemption of certain fees for public kindergartens [3] - The government aims to accelerate infrastructure investment and improve the efficiency of fund utilization through the issuance of government bonds [3] Short-term Influences - July's economic data was affected by short-term factors such as extreme weather and adjustments in consumption subsidies [3] - The introduction of macroeconomic policies in August is expected to promote effective investment and release domestic demand potential [3]
发力国内需求,巩固经济回升向好势头
2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-08-15 22:08