7月经济指标短期波动，结构性工具或挑大梁

Group 1: Economic Overview - China's economy achieved a growth rate of 5.3% in the first half of the year, despite challenges from global trade uncertainties and the transition of economic drivers [1] - The July economic data showed strong export performance, while some fluctuations were observed in consumption and investment [1][5] - The Shanghai Composite Index rose in July, indicating a positive market sentiment and the beginning of a profitability effect in the stock market [1] Group 2: Social Financing and Credit - In July, the social financing scale increased by 1.16 trillion yuan, with a year-on-year increase of 389.3 billion yuan, although loans decreased significantly [2] - The decline in loans indicates a weak overall demand in the macro economy, attributed to ongoing adjustments in the real estate sector and a reduction in production across various industries [2][6] - The M2 growth rate reached 8.8% in July, while M1 rebounded to 5.6%, reflecting a shift in residents' risk preferences and a movement of funds towards the stock market [3] Group 3: External Trade - In July, the total import and export value reached 39,102 billion yuan, with exports growing by 8.0% year-on-year, driven by proactive measures from foreign trade enterprises in anticipation of potential U.S. tariff changes [4] - Despite strong export growth, external demand remains uncertain due to fluctuating U.S. government tariff policies [4] Group 4: Domestic Consumption and Investment - July retail sales totaled 38,780 billion yuan, showing a year-on-year growth of 3.7%, with notable fluctuations in consumption patterns [5] - Manufacturing investment growth slowed to 6.2% year-on-year in the first seven months, with a significant decline in July [6] - Real estate investment continued to decline, with a year-on-year decrease of 12% in the first seven months, indicating ongoing adjustments in supply and demand [6] Group 5: Policy Outlook - The central government emphasized the need for stable and flexible macroeconomic policies to support employment, businesses, and market expectations [7] - Structural monetary policy tools are expected to play a crucial role in supporting the economy, particularly in targeted areas such as technology innovation and consumption [8] - The focus on "precise drip irrigation" in monetary policy aims to optimize the credit structure and enhance the effectiveness of financial support to the real economy [8]