中央经济工作会议前瞻

Group 1: Economic Outlook - The December Politburo meeting will set the policy direction for 2026, emphasizing the importance of the "14th Five-Year Plan" and a GDP target of around 5%[1][5] - Economic performance in 2023 is expected to show resilience, with positive factors accumulating, but risks and challenges remain[3][4] - The overall policy tone for 2026 is anticipated to be proactive, expansionary, and stimulative, continuing to emphasize the significance of economic work[4][5] Group 2: Policy Implementation - There will be a strong focus on implementing policies effectively and mobilizing all parties' enthusiasm, particularly in the context of the "14th Five-Year Plan"[6] - Key areas of focus include strengthening industries, expanding domestic demand, and leveraging central government support through monetary and fiscal policies[7][10] - The fiscal deficit for 2026 is projected to be around 4%, with special bonds expected to reach 5 trillion yuan, up from 4.4 trillion yuan in 2025[7][16] Group 3: Monetary and Fiscal Policies - Monetary policy is expected to remain accommodative, with potential interest rate cuts of 50-100 basis points and reserve requirement ratio reductions of 1-2 times in 2026[7][16] - Fiscal policy will prioritize "investment in people" alongside traditional infrastructure investments, with total fiscal expenditure projected to reach approximately 43 trillion yuan, an increase of about 1 trillion yuan from 2025[7][16] - Consumer spending is targeted to increase, with a focus on service consumption and a potential continuation of the "old-for-new" policy, maintaining a budget of at least 300 billion yuan for 2026[9][16]