广东海关今年离境退税商品达17.5亿元

Core Insights - The Guangdong customs authority reported a significant increase in tax refund applications and amounts for goods leaving the country, with 93,000 applications and a total value of 1.75 billion yuan, marking a 7.5-fold and 2-fold increase compared to the same period last year [1][2] Group 1: Consumption and Tax Refunds - The introduction of three new verification points after April has allowed international travelers to choose their departure ports and modes of transport for tax refund services [1] - Daily average verification of tax refund applications increased from 58 to 684, indicating effective measures to boost consumer willingness [1] Group 2: Economic Impact of Events - The 15th National Games and the Special Olympics have activated consumer spending, with a notable increase in international flight volumes and passenger numbers at Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, which saw a 102% increase in international flights and a 16.7% increase in passenger traffic from October 1 to November 10 [2] - The influx of visitors during these events has led to a 63% year-on-year increase in the restaurant and accommodation sectors in Guangzhou for October [2] Group 3: Import Growth - Guangdong's consumer goods imports reached 21.41 billion yuan in October, reflecting an 11.3% year-on-year growth, which is 10 percentage points higher than the national average [2] - Significant growth was observed in imports of seafood, cooking oil, and sports equipment, highlighting their importance in supporting the consumer market [2]