——12月进出口数据解读：2026年出口会继续强吗？

Export Performance - In December, China's export year-on-year growth rate recorded 6.6%, an increase of 0.7 percentage points from the previous month, with a two-year average growth rate rising[3] - The main drivers of export growth were the electronics industry and high-tech products, with significant increases in exports to neighboring regions, while other regions saw declines[3] - Automotive exports continued to grow significantly, benefiting from a low base, while electronic exports also strengthened due to a decrease in the base[4] Import Trends - December's import year-on-year growth rate was 5.7%, up 3.8 percentage points from the previous month, with the growth rate exceeding the average of the past five years[5] - The increase in imports was primarily driven by higher energy imports and a significant rise in electronic product imports, particularly from the EU and Latin America[5] - Notably, imports from the EU surged by 17.9%, a rise of 16.2 percentage points, while imports from the US fell by 28.6%[5] Future Outlook - Exports are expected to maintain resilience in 2026, with a slight decrease in the growth rate center, influenced by a low base in January and February[4] - The "reciprocal tariff" policy is anticipated to lead to a significant decline in exports to the US starting April 2025, but the decline is expected to narrow after April 2026[4] - Recent agreements between China and the EU regarding electric vehicle exports are expected to boost automotive exports to Europe[4] Risks - Potential risks include slower-than-expected domestic economic recovery, weaker demand from developing countries, and unexpected declines in demand from Europe and the US[7] - Changes in import and export policies, particularly regarding tariffs, pose additional uncertainties for future trade performance[7]