Core Insights - The Chinese government has allocated 69 billion yuan for the fourth batch of "trade-in" subsidies to stimulate consumer spending during the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holidays in 2025 [1] - The implementation of "trade-in" policies has significantly boosted consumer activity, with some retail locations experiencing a doubling of foot traffic compared to regular weekends [1][3] - The combination of government subsidies, bank loans, and corporate discounts has created a robust incentive structure for consumers to upgrade their appliances and vehicles [4][6] Consumer Behavior - In Jiangsu's Taizhou, the "trade-in" policy was directly applied at local markets, leading to significant purchases of home appliances, with one consumer saving 12,000 yuan on a total purchase of 48,000 yuan [3][4] - The integration of multiple discounts has lowered the barriers for consumers to upgrade to energy-efficient and smart products, with over 80% of sales in some areas being energy-efficient appliances [3] Automotive and Agricultural Markets - The automotive market is experiencing a peak sales season, with various local governments offering combined subsidies that exceed 100 million yuan to encourage new vehicle purchases [4][6] - In Hunan, the "trade-in" policy has led to a 30% increase in agricultural machinery sales compared to previous years, as farmers take advantage of the incentives to upgrade their equipment [13] Senior Consumer Segment - The "trade-in" initiative has also targeted the elderly demographic, with tailored activities and subsidies to stimulate spending among seniors [14] - In Jinan, seniors can receive up to 3,000 yuan in subsidies for purchasing home modifications and safety equipment, resulting in a 40% increase in inquiries about these products [15] Overall Impact - By August 2025, 330 million people had applied for "trade-in" subsidies, leading to over 2 trillion yuan in related sales, indicating a strong market response to the government's initiatives [15]
假期消费火热!“国补+折扣+优惠”礼包加码发力激活“金九银十”消费新潜力
Yang Shi Wang·2025-10-02 05:59