Economic Data Summary - The GDP growth rate for the first half of the year is reported at 7.2% [3] - Real estate sales have shown a cumulative growth rate of -10.6% [3] - Fixed asset investment has a cumulative growth rate of 11.2% [3] - Retail sales have a cumulative growth rate of 16.5% [3] - Industrial output has a cumulative growth rate of 14.5% [3]

Core Viewpoint - The economy is expected to achieve a "good start" in Q1, with GDP growth projected around 5.1%, exceeding the annual target growth rate [2][4]. Economic Outlook for Q1 - Q1 GDP growth is anticipated to be approximately 5.1%, slightly lower than the 5.4% in Q4 of the previous year [9]. - Industrial growth is expected to be strong at around 5.7%, driven by the "new economy," export incentives, and advancements in "hard technology" [4][9]. - Financial sector growth is projected to be below 6.5%, influenced by lower stock trading volumes and insurance premium income [4][9]. - Real estate growth is forecasted at 1%, down from 2% in Q4, primarily due to negative growth in new housing sales [4][9]. - Information technology, leasing, and business services are expected to maintain high growth rates [4][9]. Key Economic Data for March - CPI is expected to rebound from -0.7% to around -0.2%, while PPI is projected at -2.3% [5][12][13]. - Retail sales growth is anticipated to rise to 4.8%, driven by a surge in "trade-in" activities [5][20]. - Exports are projected to grow by 2.5%, while imports may decline by 5.5%, influenced by increased tariffs [5][15][16]. - Fixed asset investment growth is expected at 4.2%, with real estate investment declining by 10% [5][17]. - Industrial production growth is forecasted at 5.5%, supported by strong PMI indices [5][14]. Sector-Specific Insights - Retail sales are expected to benefit from accelerated "trade-in" programs, with significant increases in automotive and home appliance sales [20][21]. - Financial sector growth is projected to remain stable, with new social financing expected at 4.8 trillion, reflecting a year-on-year increase [22].