Core Viewpoint - December exports showed strong performance, supported by pricing effects, new product launches, and improvements in external demand [2][7] Group 1: Export Performance - December exports (in USD) increased by 6.6% year-on-year, exceeding expectations of 2.2% and the previous value of 5.9% [1][4] - The increase in exports reflects both structural and aggregate factors, with a 0.7 percentage point rise from November [2][7] - The appreciation of the RMB since November contributed to a 0.4 percentage point increase in total exports due to pricing effects [2][7] Group 2: Sector Analysis - Consumer electronics exports rose significantly by 16.3 percentage points to 19.6%, driven by new smartphone launches and improved external demand [3][22] - Exports of production materials also improved, with aluminum, integrated circuits, and steel seeing increases of 23.9%, 13.6%, and 3.5% respectively [3][22] - Import of processing trade increased by 3.8 percentage points to 5.7%, indicating a continuation of export improvement [29][57] Group 3: Country-Level Insights - Exports to emerging economies showed strong performance, with a 1.4 percentage point increase to 13.5% year-on-year [14][22] - Exports to ASEAN and India rose by 2.9 and 14 percentage points to 11.1% and 22.1% respectively [14][22] - Exports to developed economies, particularly the US and Europe, experienced a decline, with a limited drop of 1.5% to -30% for the US [14][54] Group 4: Future Outlook - The competitive advantage of Chinese exports is expected to remain strong, with projections for 2026 indicating sustained resilience in exports [4][36] - The industrialization of emerging countries is anticipated to drive demand for production materials, supporting China's export growth [4][36] - Potential easing of US-China tariffs and ongoing inventory replenishment in the US may lead to a rebound in exports to the US [4][36]

事件 ： 1月14日，海关总署公布2025年12月进出口数据，出口（以美元计价）同比6.6%、预期2.2%、前 值5.9%；进口(以美元计价)同比5.7%、预期-0.3%、前值1.9%。 核心观点：标价效应、新机发布与外需改善等因素，共同对12月出口构成支撑。 12月出口继续走强，反映结构性因素与总量性因素的共同影响。 12月出口同比（美元计价）较11月回升 0.7个百分点至6.6%。结构层面看，11月来人民币明显升值，而人民会推动美元计价的出口金额，测算标 价效应拉动12月总出口上行0.4个百分点；消费电子、生产资料出口明显走强，虽然受到手机新机发布拉 动手机出口影响，但也反映外需改善的趋势 （新兴经济体内需改善、美国补库） ，全球制造业PMI稳定 在50.4%。 国别层面看，对新兴经济体出口偏强，对欧出口走弱。 12月，泰国、越南、印度等地PMI延续高景气， 对新兴经济体出口同比较前月回升1.4个百分点至13.5%；其中对东盟、印度等地出口分别较前月上行 2.9、14个百分点至11.1%、22.1%；对非洲出口在去年高基数的影响下保持在21.8%的较高水平。对发达 经济体出口虽有回落，但基数走高下，对美出 ...

Export Data - December 2025 exports increased by 6.6% year-on-year, exceeding expectations of 2.2% and the previous value of 5.9%[1] - Imports rose by 5.7% year-on-year, against an expectation of -0.3% and a prior value of 1.9%[1] Key Factors Supporting Exports - The appreciation of the RMB since November contributed to a 0.4 percentage point increase in December's export value[2] - Strong demand for consumer electronics and production materials, driven by new product launches and improved external demand, particularly from emerging economies[2] - Global manufacturing PMI remained stable at 50.4%, indicating resilience in manufacturing activity[2] Country-Specific Trends - Exports to emerging economies increased by 1.4 percentage points to 13.5% year-on-year, with notable growth to ASEAN and India at 11.1% and 22.1% respectively[2] - Exports to developed economies showed a slight decline, with a 1.5 percentage point drop to the U.S. and a 3.3 percentage point drop to Europe[2] Commodity Insights - Consumer electronics exports surged by 16.3% to 19.6%, with mobile phone exports significantly boosted by new product releases[3] - Imports of major commodities like copper and iron ore saw substantial increases of 63.8% and 61.4% respectively[3] Future Outlook - Continued improvement in external demand and China's competitive export advantages are expected to sustain strong export resilience into 2026[4] - Potential recovery in U.S. exports due to easing tariff conflicts and ongoing inventory replenishment[4]

Core Viewpoint - The December export performance was supported by pricing effects, new product launches, and improvements in external demand, with exports increasing by 6.6% year-on-year in USD terms, surpassing expectations of 2.2% and the previous value of 5.9% [2][9][79] Group 1: Export Performance - December exports showed a strong performance, reflecting both structural and aggregate factors, with a 0.7 percentage point increase from November [2][10] - The appreciation of the RMB since November contributed to a pricing effect that boosted December's total exports by 0.4 percentage points [2][10] - Exports of consumer electronics and production materials improved significantly, driven by new smartphone launches and a trend of recovering external demand, particularly from emerging economies and U.S. inventory replenishment [2][3][10] Group 2: Country-Level Analysis - Exports to emerging economies remained strong, with a 1.4 percentage point increase to 13.5% year-on-year, while exports to developed economies showed a decline [2][17] - Notable increases in exports to ASEAN and India were recorded, with respective rises of 2.9 and 14 percentage points [2][17] - Exports to the U.S. decreased slightly by 1.5 percentage points, while exports to Europe fell by 3.3 percentage points [2][17] Group 3: Commodity-Level Insights - Consumer electronics exports rose by 16.3 percentage points to 19.6%, with significant contributions from smartphone and data processing equipment exports [3][25] - Production materials such as aluminum, integrated circuits, and steel saw export growth rates of 23.9%, 13.6%, and 3.5% respectively [3][25] - Import data indicated a recovery in processing trade imports, with a year-on-year increase of 3.8 percentage points to 5.7% [3][32] Group 4: Future Outlook - The ongoing improvement in external demand and China's competitive export advantages are expected to sustain strong export resilience into 2026 [4][40] - The industrialization acceleration in emerging countries is anticipated to increase demand for imported production materials, further supporting China's export growth [4][40] - Potential easing of U.S.-China tariff tensions and continued inventory replenishment in the U.S. may lead to a rebound in exports to the U.S. [4][41]

Core Viewpoint - The significant rebound in exports in November is primarily supported by the dissipation of short-term supply disruptions rather than an improvement in external demand [3][10][82] Export Data Summary - November exports increased by 5.9% year-on-year, exceeding expectations of 3% and recovering from a decline of 1.1% in October [2][9][82] - The rebound in exports is attributed to factors such as an increase in working days and the reduction of "production rush" effects, which had previously impacted supply [3][10][82] - The increase in working days in November (up by 2 days year-on-year) contributed significantly to the export recovery [3][10][82] Country-Level Analysis - Regions that previously experienced significant supply shocks saw notable rebounds in exports in November, indicating that the easing of supply disruptions was a key driver [3][21][82] - Exports to emerging economies showed a clear recovery in November, with exports to Africa and Latin America increasing by 17.1 and 12.8 percentage points, respectively [3][21][82] - Despite the rebound, there was no significant improvement in demand from these emerging economies, as indicated by stable PMI readings in South Africa and Brazil [3][21][82] Commodity Export Trends - Commodities that had previously shown significant export volatility also experienced a notable recovery in November, with food, steel, and auto parts exports rebounding sharply [4][29][83] - The export growth rates for consumer electronics and light industrial products also improved significantly in November after substantial declines in October [4][29][83] Import Data Summary - Imports in November increased by 1.9% year-on-year, recovering from a previous expectation of 2.9% [2][9][82] - Processing trade imports saw a significant rise of 9.2 percentage points to 13.9%, indicating a recovery in trade performance due to the easing of supply disruptions [4][37][82] - Major commodities such as crude oil and electromechanical products also showed improved import growth rates in November [4][37][82] Future Outlook - The easing of supply disruptions, combined with ongoing improvements in external demand and China's competitive export advantages, is expected to support exports for the remainder of the year [5][45][46] - The potential for improved exports to the U.S. is bolstered by the easing of tariffs and the possibility of inventory replenishment in the U.S. market [5][45][46] - Continued industrialization in emerging markets is anticipated to drive demand for intermediate and capital goods, further supporting China's export performance [5][45][46] Regular Tracking - November saw a general recovery in both exports and imports, with notable increases in consumer electronics and light industrial products [6][71][82] - Capital goods exports showed mixed results, with intermediate goods like auto parts and integrated circuits experiencing growth [6][59][68] - Exports to non-U.S. developed economies and emerging markets showed positive trends, while exports to the U.S. declined [6][68][71]

Group 1: Export Data Overview - November exports increased by 5.9% year-on-year, exceeding the expected 3% and recovering from a previous decline of -1.1% in October[7] - The rise in exports is attributed to the easing of supply disruptions rather than an improvement in external demand[2] - The number of working days in November increased by 2 days compared to the previous year, contributing to the export rebound[2] Group 2: Import Data Overview - November imports rose by 1.9% year-on-year, slightly below the expected 2.9% but up from 1% in October[7] - Processing trade imports surged by 9.2 percentage points to 13.9%, indicating a recovery in trade activity[26] - Major commodities like crude oil saw a rebound in import growth, with an increase of 8.4 percentage points to 8.1%[26] Group 3: Sector-Specific Insights - Consumer electronics exports grew by 5.1 percentage points to 3.3%, with significant contributions from mobile phones and LCD display modules[37] - Capital goods exports showed mixed results, with general machinery and medical instruments increasing, while shipbuilding exports fell significantly[43] - Exports to emerging markets, particularly Africa and Latin America, saw notable increases of 17.1 and 12.8 percentage points, reaching 27.7% and 15% respectively[14] Group 4: Future Outlook - The easing of supply disruptions and ongoing competitive advantages for Chinese exports are expected to support export growth in the coming months[30] - Potential improvements in exports to the U.S. are anticipated due to reduced tariffs and ongoing inventory replenishment needs[30] - Continued industrialization in emerging economies is likely to drive demand for intermediate and capital goods from China[30]