Economic Performance Overview - In 2025, China's GDP is projected to exceed 140 trillion yuan, achieving a growth rate of 5.0% at constant prices, meeting the annual target despite challenges from U.S. tariff policies and the transition of old and new economic drivers [1] - The economic growth rate for 2025 was 5.4% in Q1, followed by a decline to 5.2%, 4.8%, and 4.5% in subsequent quarters, ultimately stabilizing at 5.0%, consistent with the growth rate of 2024 [1] Consumption Insights - Social retail sales growth reached 3.7% in 2025, slightly above the 3.5% growth in 2024, with goods consumption growing by 3.8%, surpassing the restaurant revenue growth of 3.2% for the first time in three years [1] - The increase in consumption was driven by the expansion of the "old-for-new" policy, which significantly boosted durable goods consumption [2] Export Dynamics - Exports in 2025 grew by 5.5% in USD terms, despite the impact of U.S. tariff policies on global trade [2] - China's trade diversification strategy has been effective, with the country becoming a major trading partner for over 150 nations, focusing on high-tech and high-value-added products as the main drivers of export growth [2] Investment Trends - Fixed asset investment in 2025 saw a decline of 3.8%, with infrastructure investment down by 2.2% and real estate development investment down by 17.2% [2] - The decrease in investment is attributed to the weakening of old economic drivers, particularly in the real estate market, while investments in high-tech manufacturing and services remained robust [2] Policy Measures and Future Outlook - The Central Economic Work Conference in 2025 emphasized "stabilizing and recovering investment," proposing measures such as increasing central budget investment and optimizing local government bond usage [3] - For 2026, it is anticipated that investment growth will rebound due to policy support and base effects, with consumption continuing to play a crucial role [3] - The government plans to shift from broad "old-for-new" subsidies to more targeted measures, alongside initiatives to increase urban and rural residents' income, which will further stimulate consumption [3] - Export resilience is expected to continue, supported by improved global economic forecasts and China's strong manufacturing capabilities [3][4]
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2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2026-01-20 23:15