经济日报：在改善民生中激发消费活力

Group 1 - The implementation of a series of policy measures has effectively promoted the expansion and quality improvement of the consumer market, with retail sales of consumer goods increasing by 4% year-on-year in July, and total retail sales of social consumer goods growing by 3.7% [1] - The growth in service retail sales by 5.2% in the first seven months indicates a stable overall trend, reflecting the enhanced consumption capacity and willingness of residents [1] - The economic transition towards high-quality development reveals significant consumption potential within the 1.4 billion population, highlighting a shift from quantity to quality in consumer behavior [1] Group 2 - The increase in savings, with RMB deposits rising by 18.44 trillion yuan in the first seven months, reflects cautious expectations regarding future income and spending, necessitating policy measures to stimulate consumption [2] - Emphasizing employment and income growth is crucial for expanding consumption, with a focus on job creation and support for industries capable of absorbing labor [2] - Expanding service consumption in areas such as elderly care, cultural tourism, and domestic services is essential for improving livelihoods and sustaining rapid growth in overall consumption [2] Group 3 - Investment in human capital, such as reducing healthcare and childcare costs, is vital for enhancing consumer willingness and capability [3] - A coordinated approach among various departments and localities is necessary for effective policy implementation, promoting a virtuous cycle of improved livelihoods, consumption recovery, and economic growth [3]