Economic Overview - In 2025, China's GDP reached 140,187.9 billion yuan, marking a 5% increase from the previous year, showcasing a stable and resilient economic growth trajectory [1][2] - The "14th Five-Year Plan" period saw China's economy achieve significant milestones, with GDP surpassing 110 trillion, 120 trillion, 130 trillion, and finally 140 trillion yuan [1] Economic Stability and Growth - The year 2025 is characterized by stability in economic metrics such as total GDP, employment, and foreign trade, with a notable increase in goods trade and foreign exchange reserves exceeding 3.3 trillion USD [2][3] - High-tech manufacturing's value added accounted for 17.1% of industrial output, and final consumption contributed over 50% to economic growth, indicating a shift towards a more optimized economic structure [2] Trade and Innovation - China's exports of high-tech products grew by 13.2% in 2025, with total goods imports and exports increasing by 3.8%, and exports alone rising by 6.1% [3] - Research and development expenditure reached 2.8% of GDP, surpassing the OECD average for the first time, and China's innovation index entered the global top ten [3] Social Welfare and Employment - The average disposable income per capita for residents was 43,377 yuan, reflecting a 5% real growth, with rural incomes growing even faster at 6% [5] - The urban unemployment rate remained stable at an average of 5.2%, with the total number of migrant workers reaching 30.115 million, an increase of 0.5% from the previous year [4][5] Urbanization and Education - By the end of 2025, the urbanization rate in China reached 67.89%, with the average education level for the population aged 16-59 increasing to 11.3 years [6] Future Outlook - Despite external challenges, the foundation for China's economic growth remains strong, with expectations for continued stability and opportunities in 2026 [6][7]
我国经济总量首次突破140万亿元 经济底盘更实抗风险能力更强
Zhong Guo Qing Nian Bao·2026-01-20 00:57