“三驾马车”向新向优开局马年

Economic Overview - The global economy is at a critical juncture, facing multiple challenges such as tariff disputes and geopolitical tensions, yet China's economy shows resilience and vitality amid these challenges [1] - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised China's economic growth forecast for 2026 by 0.3 percentage points to 4.5%, indicating China's role as a key engine for global growth [1] Export Performance - China's exports of ice and snow sports equipment have seen significant growth, with a 37.5% increase in ski goggles exports in the first ten months of 2025 [2] - In the first eleven months of 2025, China's total goods trade reached 41.21 trillion yuan, a 3.6% year-on-year increase, with exports amounting to 24.46 trillion yuan, up 6.2% [2] - Emerging markets have become crucial for stabilizing foreign trade, with exports to ASEAN and the EU increasing significantly, offsetting declines in exports to the US [2][3] Export Structure and Quality - The export structure is shifting towards higher quality and value-added products, with electromechanical products accounting for over 60% of total exports, growing by 8.8% year-on-year [3] - Private enterprises are increasingly active in foreign trade, with their imports and exports reaching 23.52 trillion yuan, a 7.1% increase, making up 57.1% of total foreign trade [3] Import Trends - China's imports showed a slight increase of 0.2% year-on-year, totaling 16.75 trillion yuan in the first eleven months of 2025, indicating a weaker performance compared to exports [6] - The central economic work conference emphasized the need to strengthen domestic demand and build a robust domestic market as a strategic priority for 2026 [6] Consumption and Domestic Demand - The central economic work conference plans to enhance consumer spending, with a potential increase in fiscal spending for consumption from 300 billion yuan to 500 billion yuan in 2026 [7] - There is a focus on improving the supply of services and products to meet the growing demand in sectors like tourism, education, and healthcare [9] Investment Outlook - Fixed asset investment in China decreased by 2.6% year-on-year in the first eleven months of 2025, with manufacturing investment showing growth while infrastructure investment slowed [11] - The central economic work conference aims to stabilize investment growth, emphasizing the need for structural improvements and effective investment strategies [12][13] - Key areas for investment include urban renewal, strategic infrastructure, and major engineering projects to support economic growth [13] Conclusion - The coordinated efforts in exports, consumption, and investment are expected to drive China's economy forward, establishing a solid foundation for the "14th Five-Year Plan" and contributing to global economic stability [14]