2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2026-01-20 12:00Core Viewpoint - The recent upgrades to multiple loan interest subsidy policies signal a shift in government strategy from relying solely on large-scale infrastructure investment to a more balanced approach that encourages consumer spending and reduces financing costs for micro and small enterprises [1][4]. Group 1: Policy Upgrades - The Ministry of Finance has optimized existing interest subsidy policies for personal consumption loans, service industry loans, and equipment upgrade loans, extending their terms to the end of 2026 [1]. - The personal consumption loan subsidy now includes credit card installment payments, with an annual subsidy rate of 1% [3]. - The subsidy cap for new service industry loans has increased from 1 million to 10 million yuan per borrower [6]. Group 2: Support for Micro and Small Enterprises - A new interest subsidy policy for micro and small enterprises has been introduced, targeting key industry chains and their upstream and downstream sectors [11]. - The subsidy for eligible fixed asset loans for micro and small enterprises will be 1.5% annually, with a maximum loan amount of 50 million yuan per borrower [12]. Group 3: Expanded Coverage and Financial Institutions - The range of financial institutions eligible to provide these subsidies has been expanded to include city commercial banks, rural cooperative financial institutions, foreign banks, and consumer finance companies [4][7]. - The policy aims to enhance the accessibility of financial services in rural and grassroots markets, thereby stimulating consumption [4]. Group 4: Specific Sector Support - The updated policies now include support for digital, green, and retail sectors, alongside the previously established eight categories [6][7]. - The equipment upgrade loan subsidy has been raised to 1.5%, covering a wider range of sectors including high-end, intelligent, and green technologies [8].