Group 1 - The peak season for inventory preparation for foreign trade companies begins from New Year's Day to before the Spring Festival, with many companies actively seizing opportunities to boost their export orders [1] - New customer inquiries have surged, with one company reporting 70 to 80 new inquiries within the first 10 days of 2026, indicating strong market interest and potential for order conversion [2] - The order backlog is substantial, with one company having around 500,000 items queued for production, reflecting the proactive planning of clients to avoid supply disruptions during the holiday season [2] Group 2 - Companies are ramping up production capacity, with one company reporting that their production line is fully operational and orders are scheduled for delivery as late as early February [3][4] - Investments in new production equipment are underway, including the introduction of automated welding machinery, which is expected to enhance production efficiency and support the fulfillment of overseas orders [4] - The establishment of "smart factories" is progressing, aiming to leverage technology to improve production processes and meet the growing demand for exports [4] Group 3 - Recent government policies aimed at stabilizing foreign trade are providing significant support to export-oriented companies, with initiatives to enhance services for key foreign trade enterprises and promote participation in international exhibitions [5] - Specific measures include organizing over 500 overseas exhibition activities and facilitating participation for more than 10,000 companies in domestic and international trade events [5] - The combination of supportive policies and improved product competitiveness is expected to sustain strong resilience in China's foreign trade in the first quarter of 2026 [6]
开年加速跑 外贸企业“焕新”出发
Zhong Guo Zheng Quan Bao·2026-01-09 21:52