Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the fiscal revenue and expenditure situation in China for the first three quarters of 2025, highlighting a slowdown in broad fiscal spending and the need for monitoring the progress of new fiscal funds [1][8]. Group 1: Fiscal Revenue and Expenditure Overview - In the first three quarters of 2025, the national general public budget revenue reached 163,876 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.5%, while expenditure was 208,064 billion yuan, up 3.1% year-on-year [1][8]. - Broad fiscal revenue showed a year-on-year increase of 3.2% in September 2025, recovering by 2.9 percentage points compared to August, while broad fiscal expenditure decreased by 2.3% year-on-year, down 3.8 percentage points from August [2][9]. Group 2: Budget Completion and Trends - The budget completion rate for broad fiscal revenue in the first three quarters was 68.9%, slightly below the five-year average of 69.9%, and for broad fiscal expenditure, it was 67.1%, also below the five-year average of 68.5% [2][9]. - The decline in broad fiscal spending is attributed to the end of large-scale government debt financing support, with a total issuance of 10.3 trillion yuan in net financing and new bonds by September 28, 2025, achieving an issuance progress of 87% [2][14]. Group 3: Incremental Fiscal Funds and Future Outlook - To address the weakening fiscal expenditure pressure in the fourth quarter, two types of incremental funds have been established, including a new policy financial tool of 500 billion yuan, with over 100 billion yuan already allocated to sectors like digital economy and artificial intelligence [3][19]. - The upcoming meeting of the National People's Congress Standing Committee in late October may involve discussions on new government debt limits, which could impact the allocation of fiscal resources [3][23]. Group 4: Revenue Improvement and Spending Trends - Broad fiscal revenue showed marginal improvement, with general fiscal revenue increasing by 2.6% year-on-year in September 2025, while government fund revenue rose by 5.6% [4][28]. - Government fund expenditure continued to decline, contributing to a further drop in broad fiscal expenditure growth, which was 2.3% year-on-year in September, down from August [4][51].

Revenue and Expenditure Overview - In the first three quarters of 2025, the national general public budget revenue reached 163,876 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.5%[5] - National general public budget expenditure was 208,064 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 3.1%[5] - By September 2025, the completion rate of general public budget revenue was 68.9%, slightly below the five-year average of 69.9%[6] Fiscal Trends - General fiscal revenue showed a year-on-year increase of 3.2% in September 2025, rebounding by 2.9 percentage points from August[6] - General fiscal expenditure in September 2025 grew by 2.3% year-on-year, a decline of 3.8 percentage points compared to August[6] - The issuance of new special bonds reached approximately 10.3 trillion yuan by September 28, 2025, with an issuance progress of 87%[8] Government Debt and Financing - The net financing of government bonds, including new general and special bonds, totaled 10.3 trillion yuan, which is 2.8 trillion yuan more than the previous year[8] - The issuance of new special bonds was 36,612 billion yuan, with an issuance progress of 83%, lagging behind the same period in 2024 by over 6 percentage points[8] - A new policy-oriented financial tool of 500 billion yuan was established by the end of September 2025, with over 100 billion yuan already allocated to sectors like digital economy and artificial intelligence by mid-October[11] Budget Completion and Spending - The completion rate for general fiscal expenditure in September 2025 was 9.7%, consistent with the five-year average[26] - Government fund expenditure continued to decline, with a year-on-year increase of only 0.4% in September 2025, down over 19 percentage points from August[34] - The completion rate for government fund income in September 2025 was 6.8%, higher than the 5.7% in 2024 but below the five-year average of 7.1%[18]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the fiscal revenue and expenditure situation in China for the first three quarters of 2025, highlighting a slowdown in broad fiscal spending and the need for monitoring the progress of new fiscal funds [1][8]. Group 1: Fiscal Revenue and Expenditure Overview - In the first three quarters of 2025, the national general public budget revenue reached 163,876 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.5%, while expenditure was 208,064 billion yuan, up 3.1% year-on-year [1][8]. - Broad fiscal revenue showed a year-on-year increase of 3.2% in September 2025, recovering by 2.9 percentage points compared to August, while broad fiscal expenditure decreased by 2.3% year-on-year, down 3.8 percentage points from August [2][9]. Group 2: Budget Completion and Trends - The budget completion rate for broad fiscal revenue in the first three quarters was 68.9%, slightly below the five-year average of 69.9%, and for broad fiscal expenditure, it was 67.1%, also below the five-year average of 68.5% [2][9]. - The slowdown in broad fiscal spending is attributed to the end of large-scale government debt financing support, with a total issuance of 10.3 trillion yuan in net financing and new bonds by September 28, 2025, achieving an issuance progress of 87% [2][14]. Group 3: Incremental Fiscal Funds and Future Outlook - To address the weakening fiscal expenditure pressure in the fourth quarter, two types of incremental funds have been established, including a new policy financial tool of 500 billion yuan and a local government debt limit of 500 billion yuan [3][19]. - The upcoming meeting of the National People's Congress Standing Committee in late October may involve the review of new government debt limits, which could impact the fiscal capacity for the fourth quarter and the following year [3][23]. Group 4: Revenue Improvement and Spending Trends - Broad fiscal revenue showed marginal improvement, with general fiscal revenue increasing by 2.6% year-on-year in September 2025, while government fund revenue rose by 5.6% [4][28]. - Government fund expenditure continued to decline, contributing to a further drop in broad fiscal expenditure growth, which was 2.3% year-on-year in September 2025 [4][51].

Core Viewpoint - The broad fiscal expenditure continues to slow down, and the fiscal "toolbox" may have various means to counteract downward pressure [1][2][54] Fiscal Revenue and Expenditure - From January to August 2025, the national general public budget revenue was 148,198 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.3%, while the expenditure was 179,324 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 3.1% [8][54] - The broad fiscal revenue showed a decline, with a completion rate of 61.9%, slightly below the five-year average of 62.7%, and the broad fiscal expenditure completion rate was 57.3%, also below the five-year average of 58.8% [1][9][54] - As of the end of August, the net financing of national bonds, new general bonds, and new special bonds totaled 8.5 trillion yuan, with an issuance progress of 72%, which is nearly 4 percentage points faster than the same period in 2024 [14][55] Government Debt and Support - The large-scale support phase of government debt financing is nearing its end, which may lead to a difficulty in maintaining high growth rates in broad fiscal expenditure [2][18][55] - The issuance of special bonds supporting various sectors has been largely completed, indicating that government debt funds' support for broad fiscal expenditure is close to its conclusion [14][55] Economic Impact - The decline in government fund income has dragged down the growth rate of broad fiscal revenue, with government fund income down 5.7% year-on-year in August 2025 [2][28][56] - The slowdown in retail growth and investment in equipment procurement since June, influenced by e-commerce promotions and a "window period" for national subsidies, may put further pressure on economic growth [2][18][56] Fiscal Policy Tools - To counter economic downward pressure, the fiscal "toolbox" may include two types of policies: incremental policies that do not require budget adjustments and new government debt limits that require approval from the National People's Congress [2][23][55] - The experience shows that fiscal measures can be flexible and quick to implement, especially through policy banks acting in a quasi-fiscal capacity [2][23][55] Fund Income and Expenditure Trends - The government fund expenditure has significantly declined, contributing to the slowdown in broad fiscal expenditure growth, with a year-on-year increase of only 6% in August 2025, down 6.1 percentage points from July [3][40][56] - The land transfer income continues to decline, with a year-on-year decrease of 26% in August, which further impacts government fund income [28][49][56]

Core Viewpoint - The broad fiscal expenditure continues to slow down, and the fiscal "toolbox" may have various means to counteract downward pressure on the economy [2][3][55] Group 1: Fiscal Revenue and Expenditure Overview - From January to August 2025, the national general public budget revenue was 148,198 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.3%, while the expenditure was 179,324 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 3.1% [9][55] - In August 2025, broad fiscal revenue grew by 0.3% year-on-year, a decrease of 3.3 percentage points compared to July, while broad fiscal expenditure increased by 6%, down 6.1 percentage points from July [2][10] - The completion rate of the broad fiscal revenue budget for the first eight months was 61.9%, slightly lower than the five-year average of 62.7%, and the expenditure completion rate was 57.3%, also below the five-year average of 58.8% [2][10][55] Group 2: Government Debt and Fiscal Support - The slowdown in broad fiscal expenditure is likely due to the end of the large-scale support phase from government debt financing. As of the end of August, the net financing of national bonds, new general bonds, and new special bonds totaled 8.5 trillion yuan, with a 72% issuance progress, nearly 4 percentage points faster than the same period in 2024 [2][15][56] - The issuance of special bonds supporting various sectors has largely been completed, indicating that the large-scale support from government debt funds for broad fiscal expenditure is nearing its end [15][56] Group 3: Economic Growth and Future Outlook - The support from fiscal funds for the economy may weaken in the future, as the issuance of new government debt approaches its end, making it difficult for broad fiscal expenditure to maintain high growth rates [3][19] - Factors such as the preemptive demand from "old-for-new" and "equipment updates" have been impacted by promotional activities and a "window period" for national subsidies, leading to a decline in retail growth and investment in equipment purchases [3][19] - Historical experience suggests that fiscal measures may include two types of policies: incremental policies that do not require budget adjustments and new government debt limits that require approval from the National People's Congress [24][56] Group 4: Government Fund Revenue and Expenditure Trends - Government fund revenue has significantly declined, dragging down the growth rate of broad fiscal revenue. In August 2025, government fund revenue fell by 5.7% year-on-year, while general fiscal revenue increased by 2% [2][57] - The decline in government fund expenditure has led to a further decrease in the growth rate of broad fiscal expenditure. In July 2025, broad fiscal expenditure grew by 12.1% year-on-year, down 5.5 percentage points from June [4][41] - The completion rate of government fund expenditure in August 2025 was 6.7%, lower than the five-year average of 7% [50][57]

Revenue and Expenditure Trends - From January to August 2025, the national general public budget revenue was 148,198 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.3%[1] - National general public budget expenditure reached 179,324 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 3.1%[1] - In August 2025, general fiscal revenue grew by 0.3% year-on-year, a decline of 3.3 percentage points compared to July[5] - General fiscal expenditure in August 2025 increased by 6% year-on-year, down 6.1 percentage points from July[5] Budget Completion Rates - The budget completion rate for general fiscal revenue in the first eight months was 61.9%, slightly below the five-year average of 62.7%[5] - General fiscal expenditure budget completion was 57.3%, also below the five-year average of 58.8%[5] Government Debt and Fiscal Support - As of the end of August, net financing of government bonds and new special bonds totaled 8.5 trillion yuan, with an issuance progress of 72%[2] - The large-scale support phase of government debt financing for general fiscal expenditure is nearing its end, indicating a potential decline in fiscal support for the economy[2] - The issuance of new government debt is approaching its limit, which may hinder the maintenance of high growth rates in general fiscal expenditure going forward[11] Fund Revenue and Expenditure - Government fund revenue fell significantly, with a year-on-year decrease of 5.7% in August 2025, contributing to the decline in general fiscal revenue growth[3] - The budget completion rate for government fund revenue in August was 5.3%, lower than the five-year average of 7.1%[18] Economic Growth Implications - The decline in government fund revenue and the nearing end of debt support may put pressure on future economic growth[11] - Retail growth related to "old-for-new" programs has slowed since June, impacting equipment purchase investment growth as well[11]

Group 1: Fiscal Data Overview - In the first eight months of 2025, national general public budget revenue reached 148,198 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.3%[1] - National general public budget expenditure was 179,324 billion yuan, showing a year-on-year growth of 3.1%[1] - The budget completion rate for general fiscal revenue was 61.9%, slightly below the five-year average of 62.7%[2] Group 2: Trends in Fiscal Income and Expenditure - General fiscal income growth has slowed, with a year-on-year increase of only 0.3% in August 2025, down 3.3 percentage points from July[4] - General fiscal expenditure growth also declined, with a year-on-year increase of 6% in August 2025, down 6.1 percentage points from July[4] - Government fund income fell significantly, with a year-on-year decrease of 5.7% in August 2025, contributing to the slowdown in general fiscal income growth[20] Group 3: Government Debt and Support Measures - The large-scale support phase from government debt financing is nearing its end, with net financing of government bonds and new special bonds totaling 8.5 trillion yuan by the end of August 2025[9] - The issuance progress of special bonds was 72%, nearly 4 percentage points faster than the same period in 2024[9] - Future fiscal support for the economy may weaken as the issuance of new government debt approaches its limit[3] Group 4: Economic Implications - The decline in fiscal support and the impact of external factors may lead to downward pressure on economic growth[3] - Retail growth for related products has slowed since June due to promotional activities and a "window period" for national subsidies[3] - The completion rate for general fiscal expenditure was 57.3%, slightly below the five-year average of 58.8%[2]

Revenue and Budget Analysis - In August, general public budget revenue reached 1.24 trillion, with a year-on-year increase of 0.3%, but the monthly growth rate fell by 0.6 percentage points to 2.0%[3] - Tax revenue decreased by 1.6 percentage points to 3.4%, marking the second-highest decline since the beginning of the year, with significant drops in stamp duty and consumption tax on imported products[3] - The contribution of major taxes like VAT, corporate income tax, and personal income tax showed slight improvements, but their contributions remained limited due to low domestic inflation[3] Expenditure and Fiscal Gap - In August, general public budget expenditure growth fell by 2.2 percentage points to 0.8%, the second-lowest monthly figure of the year[4] - The fiscal gap from January to August expanded by 500.4 billion to 3.11 trillion, indicating increased pressure on government debt financing[4] - Government fund budget revenue turned negative in August, dropping by 14.6 percentage points to -5.7%, with land transfer revenue declining by 12.9 percentage points to -5.8%[5] Government Financing and Policy Implications - The cumulative fiscal deficit from January to August increased by 1.98 trillion, with government debt financing progress reaching 80.2% of the annual plan, significantly higher than previous years[7] - The ongoing economic structure optimization and cooling demand suggest a potential for increased fiscal stimulus and monetary easing to stabilize the real estate market and boost consumption[7] - Risks include the possibility that the extent of fiscal expansion may fall short of expectations[7]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the fiscal revenue and expenditure situation in China for the first seven months of 2025, highlighting a slight increase in revenue but a notable decrease in expenditure growth, particularly in government debt support, while spending on people's livelihoods and service sectors is accelerating [2][3][69]. Group 1: Fiscal Revenue and Expenditure Overview - From January to July 2025, the national general public budget revenue reached 135,839 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.1%, while expenditure was 160,737 billion yuan, up 3.4% year-on-year [2][8]. - In July 2025, broad fiscal revenue grew by 3.6% year-on-year, an increase of 0.8 percentage points compared to June, while broad fiscal expenditure rose by 12.1%, a decrease of 5.5 percentage points from June [3][9][70]. - The completion rate of the broad fiscal revenue budget for the first seven months was 56.3%, in line with the average of the past five years, while the expenditure completion rate was 51%, slightly below the average of 51.7% [3][9][70]. Group 2: Changes in Fiscal Support and Spending - The slowdown in broad fiscal expenditure growth may be partly due to the end of large-scale government debt financing support, with a fiscal revenue deficit of 5.6 trillion yuan in July, only increasing by 0.4 trillion yuan from June [3][14][70]. - The National Development and Reform Commission announced that the 1,880 billion yuan investment subsidy for equipment updates supported by long-term special bonds had been fully allocated, indicating a reduction in government debt support for fiscal expenditure [3][14][70]. Group 3: Sector-Specific Spending Trends - Despite the overall decline in broad fiscal expenditure growth, spending related to people's livelihoods and service sectors has accelerated, with health and social security employment expenditures growing by 14.2% and 13.1% respectively, significantly higher than in June [4][20][71]. - Expenditures in cultural tourism, media, and education also saw increases, with growth rates of 7% and 4.6%, respectively, both improving compared to June [4][20][71]. - The structure of fiscal expenditure is expected to become more differentiated, particularly with the implementation of policies such as childcare subsidies and dual interest subsidies [4][26][71].

Revenue Insights - In July, general public budget revenue reached 2.03 trillion, marking a year-on-year increase of 0.1%, the first positive growth since the beginning of the year[3] - Monthly revenue growth rebounded significantly by 3.0 percentage points to a new high of 2.6%[3] - Tax revenue increased by 4.0 percentage points to 5.0%, the highest monthly figure since December of the previous year[3] Tax Contributions - The contribution of stamp duty saw a notable improvement, significantly influenced by favorable capital market performance in July[3] - Non-tax revenue continued to decline, with a year-on-year drop of 12.9%, exacerbating the overall revenue growth pressure[3] - Value-added tax contribution fell by 0.1 percentage points, highlighting ongoing domestic demand weakness and low inflation impact on corporate revenues[3] Fiscal Expenditure and Gaps - Fiscal expenditure in July rose by 2.7 percentage points to 3.0%, with most major expenditure areas showing varying degrees of increase[12] - The budget revenue-expenditure gap narrowed slightly to 2.49 trillion, but remains substantial, necessitating continued government bond financing[12] - Cumulative fiscal deficit from January to July expanded by 1.83 trillion, with government debt financing reaching 67.1% of the annual plan, significantly higher than the previous two years[26] Real Estate and Land Revenue - Government fund budget revenue fell sharply by 11.9% year-on-year to 8.9%, primarily due to a 14.7% drop in land transfer revenue[18] - The contribution of land transfer revenue to government fund budget revenue decreased by 11.1 percentage points to 5.3%[18] - The real estate market remains unstable, with significant imbalances in housing price-to-income ratios in major cities, affecting land market activity[18] Future Outlook - If domestic and external demand continues to decline, there is a pressing need for the central government to adopt a more aggressive fiscal expansion strategy[26] - The potential impact of new tariffs from the U.S. on exports necessitates ongoing monitoring of economic indicators[26] - The overall economic environment suggests that substantial improvements in fiscal revenue are unlikely in the coming months[3]