Economic Performance Overview - China's GDP growth for the first three quarters of 2023 was 5.2%, an increase of 0.2 and 0.4 percentage points compared to the previous year and the same period last year, respectively, with an economic increment of 39,679 billion yuan, which is 1,368 billion yuan more than last year [2][6] - The urban unemployment rate averaged 5.2% in the first three quarters, remaining stable compared to the first half of the year, while the Consumer Price Index (CPI) slightly decreased by 0.1% year-on-year, but the core CPI, excluding food and energy, rose by 0.6% [2][6] - The foreign trade sector showed resilience, with the total import and export volume reaching a historical high for the same period, and foreign exchange reserves maintained above 3.3 trillion USD [2][4] High-Quality Development - The proportion of added value from high-tech manufacturing and equipment manufacturing in the total industrial added value reached 16.7% and 35.9%, respectively, indicating a shift towards high-quality development [3][15] - Non-fossil energy consumption as a percentage of total energy consumption increased by approximately 1.7 percentage points year-on-year, reflecting progress in green and low-carbon transformation [3][22] - The export of new products, referred to as "new three items," experienced double-digit growth, supporting the diversification of markets [3][4] Economic Resilience and Potential - Despite global economic challenges, China achieved a 5.2% GDP growth, showcasing its strong resilience and adaptability in uncertain environments [4][5] - The economic growth rate of 5.2% ranks among the highest among major economies, highlighting China's role as a stable and reliable driver of global economic growth [4][5] Macroeconomic Policies and Effects - The implementation of proactive macroeconomic policies has effectively stabilized the economy, with consumer spending contributing 53.5% to economic growth, an increase of 9.0 percentage points from the previous year [10][11] - Investment in equipment and tools increased by 14.0% year-on-year, significantly contributing to overall investment growth [11][12] - The manufacturing sector saw significant growth in new energy products, with lithium-ion battery manufacturing increasing by 29.8% and electric vehicle production rising by 29.7% [12][16] New Quality Productivity - R&D expenditure increased by 8.9% year-on-year, with a notable rise in investment in emerging fields, leading to significant advancements in innovation [14][19] - The added value of high-tech manufacturing grew by 9.6%, with substantial increases in the production of industrial robots and 3D printing equipment [15][16] - The transition to green energy is evident, with significant growth in the production of renewable energy products, including a 46.9% increase in lithium-ion batteries [16][22]
国家统计局:前三季度太阳能电池产量14.0%