陶希东：顺势培育服务消费新增长点

Core Viewpoint - The recent notice from the Ministry of Finance and other departments aims to support pilot cities in enhancing the service economy, innovating diverse service consumption scenarios, and improving consumption quality, as service consumption becomes a significant driver of growth in China's consumption market [1][2]. Group 1: Service Consumption Growth - Service consumption is a natural result of the synchronous improvement in China's economic development stage and residents' income levels, with per capita GDP expected to exceed $13,000 in 2024 [2] - The proportion of per capita service consumption expenditure to total consumption expenditure has reached 46.1%, indicating substantial growth potential compared to over 60% in developed countries [2] - The continuous growth of service consumption is driven by structural reforms on the supply side and the upgrading of consumer demand, supported by government policies such as subsidies and expansion in sectors like elderly care, childcare, and digital services [2][3]. Group 2: Challenges in Service Consumption - There are existing gaps in the supply capacity of certain service sectors, such as elderly care and domestic services, which do not meet the substantial market demand [3] - The quality of service supply in areas like elderly care and cultural tourism needs improvement to satisfy diverse and personalized consumer needs [3]. - There is a need for better coordination among service sectors to enhance overall service consumption [3]. Group 3: Strategies for Growth - A demand-oriented approach is essential to match service supply with consumer needs, utilizing modern research methods to analyze service demand and market potential [3][4]. - Cities should develop unique, immersive service consumption advantages by leveraging local strengths and creating tailored service offerings that resonate with consumer preferences [4]. - The integration of digital technology is crucial for creating diverse and interactive consumption scenarios that fulfill emotional and social needs of consumers [4]. Group 4: Collaborative Efforts - The cross-sectoral nature of service consumption necessitates collaboration among various departments to cultivate new service consumption hubs [5]. - Local governments should establish mechanisms for cooperation, clarify responsibilities, and ensure effective implementation of policies to foster a supportive ecosystem for service consumption growth [5].