Core Insights - The retail value of cultural and office supplies in China reached 43.01 billion yuan in August 2025, showing a month-on-month growth of 15.22% and a year-on-year growth of 14.2% [1] - Cumulatively, from January to August 2025, the retail value of cultural and office supplies amounted to 321.89 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 22.3% [1] Summary by Category - **Monthly Performance** - In August 2025, the retail value was 43.01 billion yuan, with a month-on-month increase of 15.22% [1] - Year-on-year growth for August was recorded at 14.2% [1] - **Cumulative Performance** - From January to August 2025, the total retail value reached 321.89 billion yuan [1] - This period saw a year-on-year growth of 22.3% [1]