经济血脉更畅通：前8月社会物流总额229.4万亿背后的活力与韧性

Core Insights - The total social logistics volume in China reached 229.4 trillion yuan in the first eight months of the year, showing a steady recovery in logistics operations with a year-on-year growth of 5.2% [3][5]. Logistics Industry Performance - The logistics demand from the equipment manufacturing sector was particularly strong, with an 8.1% year-on-year increase in the first eight months [3]. - Key industries such as electronics, electrical machinery, and automotive showed significant growth in logistics demand, contributing to the overall expansion [3]. - High-tech and digital sectors experienced robust logistics demand, with double-digit growth in logistics volume for advanced products like simulation chips, industrial robots, and control systems [3]. Consumer Logistics Trends - The logistics volume for goods from businesses and households grew by 6.5% year-on-year, indicating sustained strong growth in consumer logistics [5]. - Online consumption logistics remained active, with both instant retail and live-streaming e-commerce transactions achieving double-digit growth [5]. - Policies encouraging the replacement of old products stimulated demand for consumer goods, particularly in home appliances and health-related items, leading to a rebound in logistics demand [5]. International Logistics Developments - International logistics showed improvements in both scale and quality, with 9,626 China-Europe freight trains operating in the first eight months, setting a new historical high for the same period [7]. - The volume of cargo and mail transported via international routes increased by 22.6% year-on-year, driven by demand from cross-border e-commerce [7].