从进博会看跨国企业新动向：七成外企看好中国经济，在华并购显著增加

Group 1 - The eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE) opened in Shanghai, attracting numerous multinational companies to participate and emphasizing the need for these companies to integrate into China's high-quality development process [1] - Key themes at the expo included digital consumption and green low-carbon initiatives, reflecting the underlying logic of China's high-quality development [1] - Multinational companies are increasingly confident in aligning their core strengths with China's long-term goals in digital transformation, sustainable development, and health [1] Group 2 - According to KPMG's "2025 Outlook for Multinational Companies in China" report, nearly 70% of surveyed multinational companies have more confidence in China's economic growth compared to global economic expectations [2] - North American companies are the most optimistic about growth in China, while Japanese companies are more conservative due to lower localization and intense competition from local firms [2] - There has been a significant increase in merger and acquisition activities by multinational companies in China over the past six months, with many planning to maintain or increase investments [2] Group 3 - Multinational companies face challenges such as intensified local competition, upgraded compliance requirements, and accelerated technological iterations [3] - Supply chain management costs have risen significantly due to global disruptions, and companies must adapt to China's integrated digital ecosystem regarding data privacy compliance and logistics [3] - Over 90% of companies plan to increase digital investment, with 58% already using AI tools in their operations [3]