制造业创新指数报告（2024）

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the manufacturing industry innovation index [1]. Core Insights - Innovation is identified as the primary driving force for development, especially in the context of a new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation [7]. - The manufacturing industry in China is at a strategic opportunity period for high-quality development and transformation, making the assessment of innovation levels crucial for implementing a strong manufacturing strategy [7]. Summary by Sections Manufacturing Innovation Index System - The manufacturing innovation index system includes various components such as innovation resources, innovation collaboration, innovation output, innovation environment, and innovation performance [10][12]. - Key metrics include R&D expenditure intensity, the proportion of R&D expenditure in total social R&D investment, and the number of effective invention patents among large-scale industrial enterprises [12]. National Manufacturing Innovation Index - The national manufacturing innovation index has shown a steady increase, with an average annual growth rate of 11.6% from 2012 to 2022 [22]. - The growth rates of various sub-indices are as follows: innovation resources (8.1%), innovation output (12.0%), and innovation collaboration (19.2%) [22]. - The index values have increased from 100 in 2012 to 299 in 2022, indicating a significant upward trend [17]. Provincial Manufacturing Innovation Index - The report highlights that Guangdong, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang lead in innovation indices, with scores above 200, while 19 regions fall below the national average [57]. - The effective invention patent numbers and patent applications in Guangdong are significantly higher than the national average, indicating strong innovation output [76][77]. - The report also notes that the innovation performance index for Guangdong is 4.5 times the national average, showcasing its leading position [91].