Export Performance - In July 2025, China's exports increased by 7.2% year-on-year, surpassing the consensus forecast of 5.8% and the previous value of 5.9%[3] - The export of integrated circuits saw a significant rise, with a year-on-year growth rate increasing from 24.2% to 29.2%[5] - Trade surplus reached $98.24 billion, an increase of $12.76 billion compared to the same period last year[3] Import Performance - Imports in July 2025 rose by 4.1% year-on-year, exceeding the forecast of 0.3% and the previous value of 1.1%[3] - The surge in imports from Hong Kong was notable, with a year-on-year increase of 175%, primarily driven by demand for precious metals[5] Market Dynamics - The "price for volume" strategy adopted by enterprises helped mitigate tariff pressures, as export prices declined while volumes increased significantly[5] - European demand showed improvement, with exports to the EU rising from 7.5% to 9.2% year-on-year, reflecting a recovery in economic activity[5] Risks and Concerns - Ongoing tariff disturbances need monitoring, especially with the new "reciprocal tariffs" taking effect on August 7, which may impact demand from the U.S.[5] - There are signs of demand preemption, particularly in non-U.S. and non-EU markets, which could lead to a gradual decline in export volumes as the economic situation stabilizes[5] Economic Outlook - The resilience in external demand enhances confidence in achieving annual economic targets, despite potential downward pressures on exports due to global economic slowdowns and tariff impacts[5]