超八成企业加码提质研发 “创新驱动”关注度居首

Core Insights - The global economy has faced significant challenges over the past year, but the long-term positive trends for the Chinese economy remain intact, emphasizing the importance of corporate confidence and strategic choices as indicators of economic trends [1] - A survey conducted among 154 entrepreneurs across 19 industries reveals insights into their perceptions of the past year's business conditions and their outlook for 2026 [1] Group 1: Business Confidence and Investment - Approximately two-thirds of surveyed companies reported revenue growth, driven by increased external opportunities and improved operational efficiency [3] - Over 80% of entrepreneurs plan to stabilize or expand investments in 2026, focusing on quality enhancement, innovation, and business expansion [3][26] - The entrepreneur confidence index for 2025 is 70.64, indicating a stable outlook compared to 2024, with a notable emphasis on R&D investment and new technology applications [4][7] Group 2: Innovation and AI Integration - Nearly 90% of surveyed companies have integrated artificial intelligence (AI) into their operations, with applications primarily in data analysis, technical innovation, and customer service [3][31] - AI is viewed as a significant driver of new productive forces, with over 60% of companies increasing investments in AI application [31][36] - Companies are shifting from cost-driven strategies to quality and innovation-driven approaches, with only 11% relying solely on price competition [26] Group 3: International Expansion and Challenges - More than 80% of companies express a willingness to expand overseas, with nearly 90% optimistic about China's position in the global supply chain [48][52] - Companies face challenges in international markets, primarily related to brand establishment and operational management, with geopolitical uncertainties becoming a significant concern [55][61] - Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and North America are preferred regions for overseas expansion, with nearly 40% of companies prioritizing Southeast Asia [67] Group 4: Policy Expectations and Support - Entrepreneurs prioritize "innovation-driven" policies, with 79.2% highlighting it as a key focus area, followed by "domestic demand-led" strategies [70][73] - There is a strong demand for direct financial support, with 72.1% of companies expecting innovation subsidies and 68.2% seeking tax incentives to alleviate cost pressures [78]