三类行业继续保持扩张态势——4月PMI数据点评

Core Viewpoint - The manufacturing PMI for April has dropped to 49.0%, indicating a contraction in the manufacturing sector, influenced by high previous growth rates and external environmental changes [2][3][18]. Group 1: PMI Data Overview - The manufacturing PMI decreased from 50.5% to 49.0%, with the production index falling from 52.6% to 49.8% [2][18]. - The new orders index declined from 51.8% to 49.2%, while the new export orders index dropped significantly from 49.0% to 44.7% [2][18]. - The employment index fell from 48.2% to 47.9%, and the raw materials inventory index slightly decreased from 47.2% to 47.0% [2][18]. Group 2: Industry Performance High-Tech Manufacturing - High-tech manufacturing continues to expand with a PMI of 51.5%, significantly above the overall manufacturing level, supported by production and new orders both above 52.0% [5][10]. - Other sectors like equipment manufacturing, consumer goods, and high-energy industries saw declines in their PMIs, indicating varying levels of economic performance [5][10]. Infrastructure - The civil engineering business activity index rose to 60.9%, up 6.4 percentage points, reflecting accelerated construction progress across various projects [13][20]. - The government aims to expedite funding for infrastructure projects, with significant budget allocations already made for 2023 and 2024 [14][20]. Resident Services - The service sector, particularly in areas related to tourism and leisure, remains robust, with relevant business activity indices above 50% [15][16]. - The government emphasizes the development of service consumption as a key area for economic growth, with specific measures to enhance consumer spending [16].