经观季度调查 |2025年四季度经济学人问卷调查：扩内需、反内卷， 激活市场活力成为关键路径

Economic Outlook - The Chinese economy is currently facing a critical period of adjustment, with old problems and new challenges intertwining, necessitating more proactive fiscal policies and moderately loose monetary policies to stabilize and promote economic growth [2][3] - A survey indicates that 47% of economists predict GDP growth in Q4 2025 will be between 4.7% and 4.9%, while 65% expect 2026 growth to be in the range of 4.8% to 5.0% [3][2] Real Estate Market - The real estate market is showing signs of stabilization but remains in a deep adjustment phase, with 53% of economists forecasting a 5% to 15% decline in housing prices in first and second-tier cities in 2026 [9][10] - The focus for 2026 will be on optimizing supply-side policies, including enhancing the quality of housing and promoting urban renewal as a key strategy for stabilizing investment and expanding demand [10][9] Debt and Financial Risks - Local government debt remains a significant concern, exacerbated by declining land revenues due to the ongoing downturn in the real estate market, with experts emphasizing the need for effective management of local debts [4][5] - The survey highlights that 47% of economists believe stimulating market vitality is crucial for stabilizing growth, alongside improving the social security system and increasing investment in key sectors [15][2] Investment Trends - Fixed asset investment growth is projected to be between -2.1% and -2.5% in Q4 2025, with a potential recovery to 1.6% to 2.0% in 2026 [7][8] - The most concentrated investment areas are technology (42%), large infrastructure (33%), and energy (16%) [8] Consumer Demand and Income - There is a pressing need to increase household income, with 36% of economists suggesting that enhancing residents' income is essential for expanding domestic demand [16][17] - The survey indicates that 33% of economists prioritize stabilizing employment as a key measure to increase household income [17] Global Economic Factors - Geopolitical tensions are identified as the primary disruptor for the global economy in 2026, with 48% of economists highlighting this concern [18] - The macroeconomic policy combination for 2026 is expected to focus on fiscal measures to expand demand and monetary policies to reduce costs [18][19]