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6月和Q2经济数据点评:5.2%之后,下半年还有哪些变数?
Soochow Securities·2025-07-15 10:02

Economic Growth Analysis - The actual GDP growth rate for Q2 2025 is 5.2%, with a cumulative growth of 5.3% for the first half of the year, indicating a strong likelihood of achieving the annual target of around 5%[1] - Nominal GDP growth in Q2 is 3.9%, down from 4.6% in Q1, with the GDP deflator index showing a decline of approximately -1.2%[1] - Consumer retail sales increased by 5.0% in the first half, surpassing last year's 3.7% growth, driven by "trade-in" policies[1] Sector Performance - Industrial production saw a significant increase, with June's industrial added value rising to 6.8%, supported by strong external demand and a 5.9% increase in exports[2] - Fixed asset investment growth decreased from 3.7% to 2.8% in June, primarily due to declines in infrastructure and manufacturing investments[4] - The real estate sector showed resilience, with a cumulative sales decline of -3.5% in the first half, significantly better than last year's -19%[1] Consumer Behavior and Trends - Consumer spending growth in Q2 remained stable at 5.2%, with a slight decrease in June due to earlier promotional activities and changing consumption patterns[2] - The "trade-in" program's impact on durable goods consumption is expected to continue supporting consumer spending in the coming months[2] - The income growth rate for residents is 5.3%, consistent with last year's figures, while government revenue growth has improved compared to the previous year[1] Future Economic Outlook - The balance of supply and demand is under pressure, with industrial capacity utilization dropping to its second-lowest level since 2013 at 74%[4] - Key variables for the second half of the year include the evolution of consumer demand, export performance, and real estate sales trends[4] - The effectiveness of new policy measures and financial tools will be crucial in supporting investment and consumption in the latter half of the year[4]