宏观经济周报-20250825

Economic Performance - The ICHI Composite Economic Index shows continued expansion, indicating a strengthening economic momentum in China[1] - The Consumer Confidence Index has significantly risen, returning to the expansion zone and reaching a new high in nearly a month[1] - Retail sales of consumer goods increased by 4.8% year-on-year in the first seven months of 2025, supported by consumption policies[2] Investment and Production - Manufacturing investment grew by 6.2%, with high-tech industries seeing investment growth rates exceeding 15%[2] - The Production Index has improved significantly, with capacity utilization rates rising, contributing to economic growth[1] - Exports increased by 7.3% year-on-year, showcasing resilience in external trade despite a global slowdown[2] Employment and Inflation - The urban survey unemployment rate in July remained stable at 5.2%, consistent with the previous year[2] - In the UK, July CPI rose by 3.8%, the fastest increase in 18 months, driven by higher prices in travel and fuel[6] - The US labor market shows signs of cooling, with initial jobless claims rising to 235,000, the highest since June[6]