Economic Overview - In July, China's economic data showed a slight contraction in both supply and demand, with GDP growth estimated at 4.8%, down from 5.4%[2] - Industrial value added grew by 5.7% year-on-year, a decrease from 6.8% in the previous month, influenced by extreme weather conditions[2] - The service sector maintained strong growth, with a production index increase of 5.8%[2] Consumer Trends - Retail sales of consumer goods increased by 3.7% year-on-year in July, significantly down from 6.4% and 4.8% in May and June respectively[2] - Dining revenue growth remained low at 1.1%, indicating weak consumer spending in the restaurant sector[5] - The "old-for-new" policy continued to show diminishing returns, with retail growth in related sectors declining for two consecutive months[5] Investment Insights - Fixed asset investment growth for January to July was recorded at 1.6%, with real estate investment declining by 12.0%[21] - Infrastructure investment growth was only 3.2%, significantly lower than seasonal expectations, with July's investment growth estimated at -5.07%[4] - Manufacturing investment saw a marginal decline of 1.3 percentage points to 6.2%, with equipment updates being the only positive contributor[24] Real Estate Market - New residential property sales area decreased by 4.0% year-on-year, with sales value dropping by 6.5%[39] - The average price of new homes in major cities showed a narrowing decline, while second-hand home prices continued to fall, indicating unstable demand[39] - Real estate development investment totaled 53,580 billion yuan, with a monthly estimated decline of 17%[45] Employment Situation - The urban unemployment rate rose to 5.2%, with local household unemployment increasing to 5.3%[58] - The demand for labor from external sources remained strong due to robust industrial production, but uncertainty in future employment needs led to higher local unemployment rates[64]

Group 1: Macroeconomic Trends - Recent fluctuations in treasury futures are driven by macroeconomic data and policy changes, with the Ministry of Finance announcing the resumption of VAT on interest income from newly issued government bonds starting August 8, leading to increased demand for older bonds [1] - Domestic economic resilience is evident, with a rising risk appetite in the A-share market and the central bank maintaining ample liquidity, while the Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged, causing upward momentum in treasury futures to weaken [1] Group 2: Trade Performance - In July 2025, China's total import and export volume reached $545.32 billion, a year-on-year increase of 5.9%, with exports at $321.78 billion, up 7.2%, outperforming market expectations [2] - The increase in exports is attributed to fluctuating U.S. tariff policies, leading to a "rush to export" effect, particularly with accelerated growth in exports to the EU, South Korea, Taiwan, and Belt and Road countries, despite a significant decline in exports to the U.S. [2] Group 3: Import Dynamics - Import growth continued to rebound in July, driven by rising prices of bulk commodities, with the CRB index increasing from 3.5% in June to 6.0% year-on-year, positively impacting both import volume and value [3] - The decline in imports from the U.S. narrowed from 15.5% to 10.3%, indicating a slight alleviation of the overall import pressure [3] Group 4: Price Levels - The Consumer Price Index (CPI) remained flat year-on-year in July, with a slight decrease in the growth rate compared to June, while the core CPI increased by 0.1 percentage points to 0.8%, the highest since March 2024 [4] - Food prices showed a moderate improvement, with the year-on-year growth rate of fresh vegetables and pork prices contributing to a downward adjustment in CPI [4] Group 5: Producer Price Index (PPI) Trends - The Producer Price Index (PPI) decreased by 3.6% year-on-year in July, consistent with June, reflecting low construction industry sentiment and price pressures in export-oriented sectors due to international trade uncertainties [5] - Recent government meetings emphasized maintaining a "moderately loose" monetary policy, indicating that the foundation for a "bull market" in bonds remains solid, although upward momentum in the bond market may weaken due to economic resilience and commodity price recovery [5]

Group 1: Export Performance - July export growth was 7.2%, up 1.3 percentage points from the previous month, exceeding the Wind consensus expectation of 5.8%[5] - Exports to the US decreased by 21.7%, a decline that expanded by 5.5 percentage points from the previous month[6] - Exports to the EU increased by 9.2%, with exports to Germany rising significantly by 13.1%[6] Group 2: Regional Export Trends - Exports to ASEAN maintained resilience with a growth rate of 16.6%[6] - Exports to Latin America rebounded with a growth rate of 7.7%[6] - Exports to Canada accelerated with a growth rate of 6.7%[6] Group 3: Product Category Insights - Labor-intensive product exports saw a decline, with bag exports at -10.0% and clothing at -0.6%[7] - Mechanical and electrical products supported export growth, with a growth rate of 8.0%, contributing 4.8 percentage points to overall export growth[7] - High-tech product exports grew by 4.2%, contributing 1.1 percentage points to export growth[7] Group 4: Import Trends - July imports increased by 4.1%, a significant rise of 3.0 percentage points from the previous month[8] - Energy product imports showed structural improvement, with copper ore imports up by 26.4%[8] - Agricultural product imports continued to recover, with a growth rate of 5.1%, up 3.2 percentage points from the previous month[8] Group 5: Future Export Pressures - Export pressures are expected to increase due to potential impacts from new tariffs imposed by the US, ranging from 10% to 41%[10] - The "rush to export" effect may manifest more significantly in Q4, compounded by base pressure, leading to further downward pressure on export growth[10]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the acceleration of regional integration cooperation in response to fluctuating U.S. tariff policies, with China's foreign trade data exceeding expectations amid these changes [2][3]. Trade Performance - In the first seven months of 2025, China's total goods trade value reached 25.7 trillion yuan, marking a 3.5% year-on-year increase, with exports growing by 7.3% and imports declining by 1.6% [2]. - In July, China's imports and exports grew by 6.7% and 8% respectively, with imports increasing by 4.8%, marking two consecutive months of growth [2]. Export Dynamics - The "export rush" phenomenon has intensified, driven by U.S. tariffs, leading to a 21.7% year-on-year decline in exports to the U.S. in July, which negatively impacted overall export growth by 3.3 percentage points [3]. - Exports to major markets such as the EU, South Korea, and Taiwan saw growth rates of 9.2%, 4.6%, and 19.2% respectively in July, effectively offsetting the decline in U.S. exports [4]. Trade Diversification - China's trade diversification efforts have resulted in significant growth in exports to ASEAN, Africa, and countries along the Belt and Road Initiative, with respective increases of 9.4%, 17.2%, and 10.4% [4][5]. - The number of trading partners with over 50 billion dollars in trade volume increased to 61, reflecting a broadening of China's trade relationships [5]. Industry Trends - The overall trade structure shows a 2.1% increase in general trade, while processing trade grew by 6.3%, indicating a shift in trade dynamics [7]. - High-value products such as machinery and high-tech goods continue to see robust growth, with electrical machinery exports increasing by 8.1% [8]. Future Outlook - The article suggests that the export growth rate may decline in August due to the impact of U.S. tariffs, with potential negative growth in the fourth quarter [8]. - The IMF has adjusted global economic growth forecasts slightly upward, but warns of ongoing uncertainties that could affect trade stability [10].

Export Data Insights - In July 2025, China's exports increased by 7.2% year-on-year, up from 5.9% in June[7] - The trade surplus reached $98.24 billion, an increase of $12.765 billion compared to the same month last year[7] - Exports to the EU and ASEAN remained strong, while exports to the US saw a significant decline of 21.67%[7] Import Data Insights - Imports rose by 4.1% year-on-year in July, compared to 1.1% in June, with a month-on-month increase of 6.2%[7] - Major commodities like copper and its products showed strong import growth, benefiting from the renewable energy sector[6] - Traditional demand indicators like iron ore and steel continued to experience negative growth[6] Market Trends and Risks - The rebound in export growth is attributed to "export rush" ahead of tariff exemptions and fiscal expansion in Europe[7] - Future export growth may face challenges due to potential policy implementation delays and uncertainties in US-China trade relations[6] - The manufacturing PMIs for the US, Japan, and the Eurozone are below the growth threshold, indicating a cooling global economy[7]

Core Viewpoint - China's foreign trade data for the first seven months of 2025 exceeded expectations, with total import and export value reaching 25.7 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 3.5% [3][4]. Group 1: Trade Performance - Exports grew by 7.3%, while imports declined by 1.6%, with the decline narrowing by 1.1 percentage points compared to the first half of the year [3]. - In July, imports and exports increased by 6.7% and 8% respectively, with imports rising by 4.8% for two consecutive months [4]. - The "export grabbing" phenomenon is intensifying globally, with China's exports to the EU, South Korea, and Taiwan increasing by 9.2%, 4.6%, and 19.2% respectively in July [6][8]. Group 2: Market Diversification - China's trade diversification efforts are yielding results, with significant growth in exports to ASEAN, the EU, Africa, and Central Asia, with respective increases of 9.4%, 3.9%, 17.2%, and 16.3% [8]. - The number of trading partners with a trade scale exceeding 50 billion yuan increased to 61, up by five from the previous year [9]. - Exports to ASEAN grew by 13.5%, while exports to India and Africa increased by 13.4% and 24.5% respectively [9]. Group 3: Impact of U.S. Tariffs - The U.S. has imposed tariffs ranging from 10% to 41% on multiple countries, leading to a halt in "transshipment" business from Vietnam due to increased scrutiny [10]. - The uncertainty surrounding U.S. tariff policies is causing many Chinese companies to reassess their international strategies and production layouts [10]. Group 4: Industry Trends - General trade imports and exports grew by 2.1%, accounting for 64% of total foreign trade, while processing trade increased by 6.3%, making up 17.9% [12]. - High-value-added products, such as electromechanical products, are maintaining rapid growth, indicating resilience in the face of challenges [12][13]. - The textile and apparel sector saw a cumulative export growth of 0.6%, with a notable increase in integrated circuits by 20.5% [13]. Group 5: Future Outlook - Export growth is expected to decline in August, with potential downward pressure on exports due to the impact of U.S. tariffs on global trade [13]. - The IMF has raised its global economic growth forecast slightly, but ongoing uncertainties in trade policies and geopolitical tensions pose risks to economic stability [15].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints - China's export in July increased by 7.2% year-on-year, and import increased by 4.1%. The "rush to export" and price increase supported the export to exceed expectations, while the price increase was the main driver for the import growth [3]. - In the short term, the "rush to export" logic may be weakening, and the export in August may decline. In the medium term, the uncertainty of tariff policies may decrease, and the support from quantity and price to export may decline, with the pressure of export slowdown gradually emerging [3]. - For imports, the CRB increase in August is still at a high level, which is expected to support the import reading. Attention should be paid to the repair elasticity of domestic demand, import volume, and price [4]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Export: The re - warming of entrepot trade in July under the uncertainty of tariff negotiations - **Overall situation**: In July, the export growth rate was +7.2%, rising for two consecutive months. The "rush to export" logic was strong due to the uncertainty of tariff negotiations, and the export price increase also contributed to the high export growth from June to July. However, the "rush to export" logic is weakening, and the export may decline in August [3][20]. - **By commodity type** - Labor - intensive consumer goods: The year - on - year export declined to - 3.1%. The reasons may be the pre - Christmas rush to export in June and the "price - for - volume" strategy [1][22]. - Intermediate goods: The export growth rate continued to rise, with a combined year - on - year increase of 18.6% for five types, driving the export growth by 2.1 percentage points. It is expected to remain the main support for exports [1][26]. - Electronic products: The drag on export increased. The combined year - on - year decline of mobile phones and laptops was - 1.3%, and the contribution to export was - 18.1% [29]. - Automobiles: The driving effect on export remained high, with a year - on - year increase of 18.6% in export value, driving the export growth by 0.6 percentage points [29]. - **By country** - Developed economies: The year - on - year export growth rates to the US, EU, and Japan were - 21.7%, +9.3%, and +2.5% respectively. The EU's export weight continued to be higher than the same period, showing a substitution effect [2][34]. - ASEAN: The export share decreased, with a year - on - year increase of 16.6% in July, a slight slowdown of 0.4 pct [2][34]. - Latin America: The proportion rebounded, with a year - on - year increase of 7.7% in export in July ( - 2.1% in June), and the share rose to 8.3%, reaching a new high since August 2024. Entrepot trade heated up [2][34]. 3.2 Import: Price increase drives the further upward movement of imports - **Overall situation**: In July, the import amount increased by 4.1% year - on - year, rising further after turning positive in June. The price increase was the main driving force, and the CRB spot index had a good synchronicity with the import amount growth rate [2][38]. - **By commodity type** - Upstream bulk commodities: The import drag narrowed, with a combined year - on - year decline of 7.9% in the import amount of five types of upstream bulk commodities, which was 3.5 pct higher than that in June [39]. - Intermediate goods: The growth rate continued to rise, with a combined year - on - year increase of 9.5% in the import of four types, driving the import growth by 1.9% [39]. - Downstream consumer goods: The drag also narrowed, with a combined year - on - year decline of - 15.6% in the import of three types of consumer goods ( - 21.0% in June) [39].

海关总署8月7日发布数据显示，按美元计价，7月份，我国进出口总值5453.2亿美元，其中，出口3217.8 亿美元，同比增长7.2%，环比下降1%；进口2235.4亿美元，同比增长4.1%，环比增长6.2%。 | | 2025年7月全国进出口总值表(美元值/单位:亿美元) | | | --- | --- | --- | | | 7月 | 同比增速/% | | 进出口总值 | 5453. 2 | 5.9 | | 出口总值 | 3217.8 | 7.2 | | 进口总值 | 2235.4 | 4.1 | | 贸易顺差 | 982. 4 | | 数据来源：海关总署 "7月出口同比增速继续加快，好于市场普遍预期。"东方金诚首席宏观分析师王青认为，这主要源于当 月美国关税政策多变，各类"抢出口""转出口"效应进一步升级等原因。当月我国对欧盟、韩国及共 建"一带一路"国家出口增速加快，对东盟出口继续保持两位数高增，这抵消了我国对美出口同比降幅扩 大的影响，带动整体出口增速处于较高水平。 出口具备强大优势和韧性 展望下一阶段外贸形势，刘涛分析称，我国出口自身具备强大优势和韧性，包括外贸出口中美国市场占 比持续降低，我国具备 ...

Group 1: Trade Data Overview - In July 2025, exports increased by 7.2% year-on-year, up from 5.9% in June, while imports rose by 4.1%, compared to 1.1% previously[2] - The trade surplus reached $98.24 billion, an increase of $12.765 billion compared to the same month last year[2] - The rebound in export growth was primarily supported by the EU, ASEAN, and other regions, despite a decline in direct exports to the US[2] Group 2: Export Dynamics - The July export growth exceeded expectations, rising 1.3 percentage points from June and surpassing the Wind consensus forecast of 5.79%[2] - The month-on-month export change was -1.0%, slightly below the four-year average of -0.4%[2] - Factors contributing to the export surge included "rush exports" ahead of the August 1 tariff exemptions and a 40% export tariff on transshipments[2] Group 3: Regional Export Performance - Exports to the EU rose by 1.65 percentage points to 9.24% year-on-year in July, while exports to the US, ASEAN, and Japan saw declines[2] - The decline in exports to the US was significant, dropping 5.54 percentage points to -21.67%[2] - Other regions showed a notable increase in export growth, rising from 7.78% to 12.56% year-on-year[2] Group 4: Import Trends - July imports increased by 6.2% month-on-month, outperforming the four-year average of -1.24%[2] - Key commodities like copper and related products saw strong import growth, while traditional demand indicators like iron ore and steel remained in negative growth[2] - Integrated circuits maintained double-digit growth, likely influenced by easing US-China trade relations[2] Group 5: Risks and Outlook - Potential risks include domestic policy implementation falling short of expectations and ongoing uncertainties in US-China trade relations[2] - The overall outlook suggests a possibility of export growth slowing down, but the decline may be gradual due to various supportive factors[2]

Export Performance - In July, China's exports increased by 7.2% year-on-year, exceeding market expectations of 5.4% and up from the previous month's growth of 5.9%[5] - The export growth was supported by a low base effect from the previous year, where July 2024 exports were at their lowest level since 2001, with a month-on-month decline of 2.3%[6] - Exports to ASEAN countries accounted for 17% of total exports, with a year-on-year growth rate of over 16%[12] Import Performance - Imports in July rose by 4.1% year-on-year, significantly surpassing market expectations of a 1.0% decline and marking the highest level since July of the previous year[22] - The increase in imports was primarily driven by machinery and high-tech products, with integrated circuit imports growing by approximately 13%[22] - Despite a continued decline in crude oil imports, the total value of crude oil imports saw a reduced year-on-year decline due to quantity recovery[22] Trade Balance - China's trade surplus in July was recorded at $98.24 billion, lower than the expected $105 billion and down from $114.75 billion in the previous month[5] - The trade balance reflects the ongoing challenges in the external trade environment, particularly with the U.S. market, where exports saw a year-on-year decline of approximately 22%[12] Market Outlook - The report indicates potential pressures on future export growth due to the uncertain trade environment and the impact of new U.S. tariffs[9] - The global manufacturing PMI for July was at 49.3, indicating a slight decline and suggesting a slowdown in global manufacturing recovery[9]