Economic Performance - In the first half of the year, Shaanxi Province achieved a GDP of 1,682.801 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year growth of 5.5% at constant prices [1] - The primary industry added value was 78.227 billion yuan, with a growth of 2.9% [1] - The secondary industry added value was 680.707 billion yuan, growing by 6.4% [1] - The tertiary industry added value was 923.867 billion yuan, increasing by 5.1% [1] Investment Trends - Fixed asset investment in the province grew by 5.6% year-on-year [1] - Investment in the primary industry increased by 16.1%, while the secondary industry saw a growth of 19.2% [1] - The tertiary industry experienced a decline of 1.2% in investment [1] - Industrial investment maintained rapid growth at 19.8%, with manufacturing investment rising by 26.3% and industrial technological transformation investment increasing by 22.4% [1] - Private investment showed enhanced vitality, growing by 13.8%, particularly in transportation, storage, and postal services, which saw a 37.2% increase [1] Real Estate Sector - The real estate sector is stabilizing, with real estate development investment increasing by 0.9% year-on-year [1] - The sales area of newly built commercial housing grew by 3.5% year-on-year, accelerating by 2.8 percentage points compared to the first quarter [1]

Core Viewpoint - The implementation of the Private Economy Promotion Law is expected to significantly enhance the development prospects of the private economy, encouraging private enterprises and entrepreneurs to leverage policy dividends to stimulate private investment and expand domestic demand [1]. Group 1: Insights from Company Visits - The research team visited Hengyin Financial Technology Co., Ltd., where the company expressed that the Private Economy Promotion Law has strengthened their confidence and will focus on technological innovation to support the domestic transformation of financial self-service equipment [2]. - Tianjin Rongcheng Group showcased its diversified business model, evolving from a single focus on steel waste recycling to a multi-faceted approach that integrates traditional manufacturing with intelligent manufacturing and cultural elements [2]. - The research team emphasized the need for traditional industries to upgrade by targeting new productive forces and accelerating the transition from old to new growth drivers [2]. Group 2: Challenges and Recommendations - The research team engaged with companies to understand the challenges faced in innovation and industrial upgrading, gathering suggestions on policy guidance and mechanism innovation to stimulate private investment [3]. - At Shanxi Zhonggang Stainless Steel Pipe Industry Technology Co., Ltd., the team inquired about R&D progress, while at Shanxi Baixin Information Technology Co., Ltd., they encouraged a focus on key areas for independent innovation and increased investment in technological innovation [3]. Group 3: Creating a Supportive Environment - The research team noted a positive trend in private investment, particularly in emerging and future industries, and plans to conduct activities aimed at resolving issues faced by private enterprises and improving the business environment [4]. - The Tianjin Tiankai Higher Education Science and Technology Innovation Park was highlighted for its strong innovation atmosphere and support for startups, with a focus on addressing the pain points of enterprises through comprehensive service systems [4]. Group 4: Strategic Insights from Industry Leaders - Leaders from companies like Reap Bio Co., Ltd. emphasized the importance of confidence in the Chinese economy and the need for bold innovation and cross-industry collaboration to achieve industrial transformation [5]. Group 5: Data-Driven Decision Making - The All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce conducted extensive surveys and discussions with over 126,000 private enterprises to understand the current state and challenges of private investment, encouraging entrepreneurs to adapt to the changing economic landscape [6]. - The research team recognized that the vibrancy of private investment is crucial for high-quality development and innovation, and they aim to incorporate the feedback from private entrepreneurs into their reports for informed decision-making by central authorities [6].

Investment Growth Overview - In the first half of the year, China's fixed asset investment (excluding rural households) reached 24.9 trillion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 2.8%, showing a decline compared to earlier months [1] - Private fixed asset investment decreased by 0.6% year-on-year, indicating a cautious investment sentiment among private enterprises [1][3] - The nominal growth rate of investment has slowed, but the actual growth rate, adjusted for price factors, remained stable at 5.3% [2] Sector-Specific Insights - Manufacturing investment grew by 7.5% year-on-year, significantly outpacing overall investment growth and contributing 1.8 percentage points to total investment growth [4] - High-tech manufacturing sectors, such as aerospace and computer equipment, experienced double-digit growth rates [1] - High-tech service industry investment rose by 8.6%, with information services seeing a remarkable increase of 37.4% [4] Policy and Structural Changes - The "Two New" and "Two Heavy" policies have positively impacted investment structure, leading to a 17.3% increase in equipment and tool purchases [4] - Infrastructure investment grew by 4.6% year-on-year, contributing 1.0 percentage points to total investment growth, with water transportation and water management investments increasing by 21.8% and 15.4%, respectively [4] Challenges and Future Outlook - External uncertainties and weak domestic demand have affected investment performance, particularly in the second quarter [5][7] - The average collection period for accounts receivable among large private enterprises exceeded 70 days, indicating liquidity issues [7] - To stimulate private investment, the government is reducing market entry barriers and introducing over 3,200 new projects worth more than 3 trillion yuan, focusing on key sectors like transportation and energy [7][8]

Group 1 - The overall economic performance in China is stable with improvements in exports and consumption growth, while facing challenges from the real estate market and external uncertainties [1][2] - The real estate market remains a significant negative factor for economic performance, with sales declining over 10% year-on-year in major cities and liquidity pressures on developers [3][4][5] - Real estate investment is expected to fluctuate around -10%, contributing to a decline in nominal GDP growth by 0.75 percentage points [5][6] Group 2 - Private investment growth is weak, with a continuous decline in fixed asset investment since 2023, primarily due to the downturn in the real estate market [6][7] - Structural issues, including market access restrictions and increased regulatory scrutiny, are contributing to the low enthusiasm for private investment [6][7] - Consumer spending may face challenges due to potential resource shortages in policy support and a conservative consumption attitude among residents [7][8] Group 3 - Export performance is under pressure from U.S. tariffs and trade barriers, particularly affecting labor-intensive industries [8][9] - Domestic demand remains weak, leading to structural deflationary pressures, with CPI and PPI showing declines [10][11] - Local government finances are strained due to declining land sales and high debt repayment pressures, limiting infrastructure investment capabilities [11][12] Group 4 - Monetary policy needs to improve coordination with fiscal policy to effectively support economic growth [12][13] - There is a need for targeted measures to support the real estate sector and enhance liquidity for developers [14][15] - Increased support for private enterprises and consumer spending is essential to stimulate economic activity [16][17] Group 5 - Recommendations include expanding fiscal support for trade enterprises and enhancing capital market stability through various financial tools [20][21][22] - The government should implement measures to alleviate the financial burden on local governments and improve their investment capabilities [23][24] - A proactive monetary policy approach is necessary to address deflationary pressures and stabilize the economy [24][25]

国家统计局副局长盛来运今日在新闻发布会上表示："现阶段固定资产投资潜力仍然非常大，要注重调 动民间投资的积极性。投资增速放缓不意味着投资空间收缩，现阶段高质量发展投资潜力非常大，比如 新质生产力领域，还有城市更新改造、民生"补短板"方面，都需要有效投资。所以，我们要更好地按照 高质量发展要求，优化投资布局，改善投资环境，充分调动民间投资积极性，持续推动投资健康发 展。"(人民财讯) ...

Core Viewpoint - The provincial development and reform commission has issued a notice to solicit the second batch of key private investment projects for 2025, focusing on projects that are scientific, demonstrative, and require financing, environmental assessment, and land coordination support [1][2]. Group 1: Project Selection Criteria - The selected projects will prioritize major national engineering and shortfall projects in transportation, water conservancy, and logistics, as well as strategic emerging industries and future industry projects [1]. - Projects that promote regional coordinated development strategies, achieve "dual carbon" goals, and contribute to the construction of a beautiful China will be favored [1]. - New infrastructure projects and those in the fields of education, health, culture, sports, elderly care, and childcare will also be prioritized [1]. Group 2: Application Requirements - Applications must comply with the National Key Private Investment Project Library Management Measures and be classified as private fixed asset investment projects [2]. - Projects should align with national major strategies, macro-control policies, and relevant planning requirements, with a total investment scale of at least 1 billion yuan (approximately 150 million USD) [2]. - The project unit and its controlling shareholders must not have significant violations or accidents in the past three years and must be controlled by individuals with Chinese nationality [2].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes the importance of promoting the sustainable, healthy, and high-quality development of the private economy as a major long-term policy of the state [1] - As of July 4, there are 11,842 projects being promoted to private capital with a total investment of 10.19 trillion yuan [1] - The National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) has organized the introduction of over 3,200 new projects to private capital, involving a total investment exceeding 3 trillion yuan, focusing on key areas such as transportation, energy, and new infrastructure [3][4] Group 2 - The implementation of the "Private Economy Promotion Law" since May 20 aims to ensure fair competition and promote investment financing, allowing private economic organizations to participate equally in various sectors [3] - The number of items in the "Market Access Negative List (2025 Edition)" has been reduced from 117 to 106, further relaxing market access restrictions [4] - Local governments have recently published project lists for private capital, with Beijing releasing 119 key projects totaling approximately 124.4 billion yuan, and Henan Province announcing 75 major projects with a total investment of 33 billion yuan [5][6] Group 3 - The current wave of project promotion signals a deepening of market-oriented reforms and optimization of resource allocation, aiming to attract private enterprises to enhance project construction and operational efficiency [7] - The focus on attracting private capital is particularly significant in areas such as technological innovation and new infrastructure, where private investment is seen as a crucial driver for industrial upgrading and high-quality economic development [7]

Group 1 - The recent release of the "Opinions on Promoting the Development and Growth of the Private Economy" by the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and the State Council has significantly boosted the confidence of private entrepreneurs [1][2] - The private economy's contribution to tax revenue and employment has increased, with the proportion of private enterprises in total enterprises rising from 79.4% to 93.3% since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China [2] - The State Development and Reform Commission has introduced 17 measures to encourage private investment, aiming to enhance the willingness and capability of private investment and promote high-quality development [1][3] Group 2 - The Central Political Bureau emphasized the need to improve the development environment for private enterprises and to encourage the recovery of the private economy as a key factor in boosting the current economy [2][3] - The measures include clarifying key sectors for private investment, establishing a national project database for private investment, and creating channels for addressing issues faced by private investors [3] - The ongoing challenges in the Chinese economy, such as insufficient domestic demand and operational difficulties for some enterprises, necessitate the effective implementation of policies to support the private economy [3][4]

Group 1 - In the first quarter, China's private investment grew by 0.4% year-on-year, with private investment in manufacturing and infrastructure increasing by 9.7% and 9.3% respectively, outperforming the average across all sectors [1] - The increase in private investment reflects the effectiveness of policies aimed at supporting the development of private enterprises, as barriers to market entry are being dismantled and enterprise-related fees are being regulated [1][3] - Several listed companies are actively planning new investment projects, indicating a positive trend in private investment [1] Group 2 - The "Two New" policy has significantly boosted private investment, with over 80% of the funding for industrial equipment updates and recycling projects directed towards private enterprises [2] - Private investment is notably rising in sectors such as new energy vehicles and intelligent automotive technology, which are characterized by large market sizes and strong growth prospects [2] - The growth in private investment in infrastructure, which increased by 9.3%, is higher than the overall infrastructure investment growth rate, indicating heightened enthusiasm from private enterprises for participating in major projects [2][3] Group 3 - Recent government initiatives aim to further open competitive fields in infrastructure to various business entities, enhancing the participation of private enterprises in significant projects [3] - The National Energy Administration has introduced measures to support private enterprises in investing in nuclear power and other major energy projects, which is expected to create new investment growth points [3] - Local governments are also promoting mechanisms for private enterprises to engage in major project construction, with significant investment targets set for 2025 [3] Group 4 - A concerted effort is being made to support the development of private enterprises, with various government departments holding meetings to address challenges faced by these businesses [4] - Policies are being implemented to ease market entry restrictions and establish a long-term regulatory mechanism for enterprise-related fees, which is expected to enhance the business environment for private enterprises [5] - Expanding domestic demand and optimizing the business environment for private enterprises are seen as key factors for boosting private investment growth [5]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that Shaanxi's private investment has shown significant growth, with a year-on-year increase of 16.2% from January to May 2025, continuing a trend of being above the national average for 17 consecutive months [1] - The number of newly started private investment projects in Shaanxi increased by 33.1% year-on-year in the first five months of 2025, with active investments in modern energy, advanced manufacturing, and strategic emerging industries [1] - The private economy's proportion in Shaanxi is relatively low, which is seen as a shortcoming in the province's economic development. In 2023, Shaanxi identified the development of the private economy as a strategic measure to improve overall economic performance [1] Group 2 - The growth of private investment in Shaanxi is attributed to the release of policy synergies, optimization of the business environment, and increased confidence among private enterprises, particularly following the implementation of the "Private Economy Promotion Law" [2] - In 2023 and 2024, Shaanxi added over 1.6 million new private business entities, accounting for approximately 98% of the total new business entities in the province [2] - Over 80% of the more than 8,000 industrial enterprises above designated size in Shaanxi are private enterprises, which are deeply integrated into the province's industrial chain construction [2]