以下文章来源于RandomlyWriting ，作者RandomlyWriting 遍历周期，在推动进化的智慧认知与阻碍进步的愚蠢无知进行激烈斗争时，献身其中。 速 览 1、整体结论来看，中国"消费不足"的叙事本质上是一种被名义指标放大的误判。 无论从食品、耐用品还是核心服务的人均消费量观察 ，中国居民并不"少买"，相反在多个关键维度上已接 近甚至超过发达经济体水平。 2、市场长期以来将"低名义消费"等同于"低真实需求"的直觉判断，并以此作为宏观悲观预期的逻辑起点， 是大错特错的。 RandomlyWriting . 3、中国消费之所以在宏观数据中显得"偏弱"，并非源于需求端的缺位，而是 由长期低价与结构性供给 共同 塑造的结果。 高度成熟且竞争激烈的制造体系、政府主导的关键服务定价以及供给效率的持续提升，使得中国居民能够 以远低于全球平均的价格完成同等甚至更高强度的消费。这意味着，中国的消费并不是"没有发生"，而是以 一种对 GDP 贡献较小、但对居民福利更友好的方式发生，从而在国际比较中被系统性低估。 4、宏观统计口径重新校正：通过对消费/GDP 比重的口径校正和可比国家的重新选择，可以发现 中国与主 要 ...

Core Viewpoint - The global economy has shown unexpected resilience in 2025, with trade volumes increasing despite initial pessimistic forecasts due to trade tensions and inflation concerns [2][4][6]. Group 1: Economic Performance - By the end of 2025, China's total import and export volume reached 37.31 trillion yuan, reflecting a 3.6% increase compared to the previous year [6]. - China's share in global trade rose to approximately 15%, indicating a strengthening position in the international market [11]. Group 2: Trade Dynamics - China has shifted its trade focus towards emerging markets such as ASEAN, Africa, and Latin America, which have shown greater demand elasticity, thus supporting trade growth [8][11]. - The adjustment in trade strategy is not merely a replacement but has resulted in new growth increments [11]. Group 3: Technological Advancements - The release of the R1 model by DeepSeek signifies China's capability to advance in technology, challenging the dominance of a few countries in the field of large models [13]. - International investment institutions, including Goldman Sachs, are reassessing Chinese assets based on technological progress, influenced by the contrasting economic conditions between the U.S. and China [13][15]. Group 4: Consumer Behavior - Domestic consumption accounts for less than 40% of GDP, significantly lower than the global average of 55%, indicating weak internal demand [17]. - The income distribution structure in China is imbalanced, with households receiving only 60.6% of national income, which is below the global average, affecting consumer spending [19][21]. Group 5: Policy Recommendations - Short-term measures like trade-in programs have temporarily boosted sales but are not sustainable for long-term structural change [23]. - A focus on improving income distribution mechanisms is essential, particularly for workers in small and medium enterprises, to enhance consumer spending capacity [23][25].

Core Viewpoint - The "internal circulation" strategy aims to boost domestic demand to drive economic growth, but current consumer spending is declining, indicating challenges in achieving this goal [3][10]. Group 1: Economic Context - The concept of "internal circulation" is introduced as a response to external pressures in international trade and supply chains, emphasizing the need for a domestic market-driven economy [3]. - In 2023, the total retail sales of consumer goods in China reached approximately 47.12 trillion yuan, but the growth rate is low, with significant disparities across different sectors [4]. - Essential goods like food and daily necessities are still seeing growth, while non-essential and luxury goods are experiencing slow or negative growth [4][6]. Group 2: Consumer Behavior - Consumers are becoming more rational, reducing unnecessary spending and focusing on basic needs, leading to a passive consumption downgrade [4][6]. - Personal savings have increased significantly in 2023, indicating a tendency to save rather than spend due to uncertainty about future income and expenses [4]. - Young consumers are particularly affected by high living costs, leading them to prioritize saving over spending [6]. Group 3: Structural Challenges - The decline in consumer purchasing power is a significant barrier to the "internal circulation" strategy, as income growth is not keeping pace with rising expenses [7][10]. - Companies are facing difficulties, which may lead to price increases that further suppress consumer spending [7]. - The transition to an internal circulation economy requires breaking existing patterns, which may result in job losses and income reductions, further inhibiting consumption [7][10]. Group 4: Recommendations for Improvement - To effectively stimulate internal circulation, it is essential to increase residents' income, reduce major expenditure pressures, and enhance consumer confidence [10]. - Optimizing consumption structure and developing new consumption areas, such as healthcare and education, could create new demand [10][11]. - The transition to an internal circulation economy is a long-term process that requires collective efforts from consumers, businesses, and the government [11][12].

Economic Overview - In October, major economic indicators in China fell short of market expectations, with industrial added value growing by 4.9% year-on-year (expected 5.2%) and the service production index increasing by 4.6% [1][6] - Fixed asset investment showed a cumulative decline of 1.7% year-on-year (expected -0.7%), with infrastructure and manufacturing growth rates at 1.5% and 2.7% respectively, both below expectations [1][6] Consumption - Retail sales growth was 2.9% year-on-year, slightly down from the previous month, with significant structural changes observed [7] - Durable goods consumption weakened, particularly in the automotive and home appliance sectors, with automotive sales down 6.6% year-on-year [7] - Service consumption, particularly in the restaurant sector, showed improvement, with restaurant service consumption growth rising to 3.8% [7][8] Fixed Asset Investment - Fixed asset investment declined by 1.7% in October, with significant drops in real estate investment at -14.7% and manufacturing investment at -6.7% [11][14] - Real estate sales saw a notable decrease, with sales area and amount down 18.8% and 24.3% respectively [11] - Infrastructure investment continued to contract, with a year-on-year decline of 12.1% [12] Trade - Exports in October saw a significant drop, with a year-on-year decrease of 1.1% in dollar terms, marking the first negative growth since February 2025 [16] - Imports also slowed to a growth rate of 1.0%, indicating weak domestic demand [19] Supply Side - Industrial production growth slowed, with the industrial added value increasing by only 4.9%, below market expectations [22] - The manufacturing PMI fell to 49.7, indicating contraction for the first time since April [22] Inflation - CPI turned positive at 0.2%, the highest since February, while core CPI inflation rose to 1.2% [23][24] - PPI showed a slight recovery, with a year-on-year decline narrowing to 2.1% [24] Forward Outlook - The necessity for policy support has increased, with multiple incremental policies expected to take effect in November and December to boost infrastructure and manufacturing investment [27]

Group 1 - The dual subsidy policy for personal consumption loans and service industry operating loans aims to stimulate consumer demand and support residents' consumption through fiscal and financial measures [1][2] - The personal consumption loan subsidy differs from existing installment payment discounts as it is a national-level initiative designed to broaden the scope of eligible consumers, including those with lower income levels [2][3] - The inclusion of consumer credit companies alongside traditional banks in the loan processing institutions is expected to enhance the reach and effectiveness of the subsidy policy [3] Group 2 - The policy targets service industry operating entities, particularly small and micro enterprises, which are crucial for employment and local services [7][8] - By providing direct loan subsidies, the policy aims to lower borrowing costs for these businesses, thereby improving service quality and upgrading consumption scenarios [8] - The broad applicability of the policy is anticipated to effectively boost consumption and stimulate market vitality, contributing positively to the overall economy [8]

Group 1: Service Consumption Comparison - China's service consumption ratio is not low compared to countries with a GDP below $25,000, averaging 53.8% in 2019, while countries below this threshold average 46.4%[28] - In contrast, China's service consumption ratio is lower than the average of 56.3% for countries with a GDP above $25,000[28] - Overall, China's consumption rate is 39.3%, which is significantly lower than the average of 55.2% for the 43 countries analyzed[5] Group 2: Consumption Structure Insights - China's household consumption rate is composed of 21.1% service consumption and 18.2% goods consumption, both lower than the averages of 28.4% and 26.8% respectively for the 43 countries[5] - The largest discrepancy in consumption structure is in "other goods and services," where China stands at 2.4% compared to the 43-country average of 10.6%[34] - Housing services in China account for 23.4% of total consumption, with self-owned housing rental equivalence at 15.1%, higher than the 12.5% average of the 43 countries[44] Group 3: Education and Healthcare Spending - Education spending in China is significantly higher at 8.4% compared to the 43-country average of 1.4%, indicating a strong emphasis on education[50] - Healthcare spending in China is also elevated at 6.4%, compared to the average of 2.7% for the 43 countries, ranking second globally[63] - Private healthcare expenditure in China is 6.0%, surpassing the 4.6% average of the 43 countries[63] Group 4: Transportation and Entertainment Expenditure - Transportation costs in China are lower, with transportation fees at 1.7% compared to the 2.6% average of the 43 countries, attributed to lower public transport prices[74] - Entertainment consumption is notably low in China, with cultural and entertainment services at only 0.6%, compared to the 3.4% average of the 43 countries[80] - Despite low entertainment spending, tourism consumption in China is relatively high at 1.2%, slightly above the 1.1% average of the 43 countries[80]

Report Industry Investment Rating There is no information provided in the report regarding the industry investment rating. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The economic data in the first half of 2025 showed a "mixed" pattern. Exports remained resilient, the growth rate of social retail sales increased significantly, but there were "hidden concerns" behind the growth. The decline in real estate investment continued to widen, and it will take time for prices to stabilize [4]. - The intensity of "rush exports" is expected to weaken in the second half of the year. The sales and production of the household appliance industry may cool down, which will affect social retail sales and industrial added value. The decline in real estate investment will continue to expand, and it is necessary to pay attention to the incremental support for urban renewal funds and the introduction of a financing system compatible with the new real - estate development model. It will take time for prices to stabilize [4][5]. Summary According to the Catalog 1. What are the new changes in exports? - **Tariff situation**: The average tariff rate of the United States on China is around 40%, an increase of 29 percentage points compared to before Trump took office. The exemption of some commodities in April 2025 accounted for 24% of China's exports to the United States in 2024 [10]. - **Export data**: In May 2025, China's exports in US dollars increased by 4.8% year - on - year, and imports decreased by 3.4%. In RMB, exports increased by 6.3% year - on - year, and imports decreased by 2.1%. Exports to the US and India decreased significantly, while exports to the UK and the EU increased significantly. The export of labor - intensive goods mostly had negative growth, but the export of clothing and toys rebounded [13]. - **Export delivery value**: The year - on - year decline in export delivery value was obvious. The new export order index moved down from the previous central level, and the kinetic energy of new export orders weakened [18][22]. 2. What policy expectations are there? Consumption policy - **Policy introduction**: In the past year, many consumption - promoting policies have been introduced, indicating that there is potential in the consumption market. However, China's consumption rate is low, and there are also structural problems in consumption [26]. - **Reasons for low consumption rate**: The main factors determining the household consumption rate are consumption ability and marginal consumption propensity. China's income structure shows obvious differentiation, and the imperfect social security system makes residents have a strong preventive savings motivation [33][38]. - **Policy measures**: The "Boosting Consumption Special Action" addresses the problems of consumption ability and consumption tendency by increasing income and reducing burdens. The "Guiding Opinions on Financial Support for Boosting and Expanding Consumption" further expands the scope of financial support for consumption, and the focus of consumption policies may shift to the service consumption field in the future [44][49][52]. Real - estate policy - **City renewal action**: The Politburo meeting in April proposed to intensify the implementation of the urban renewal action, which helps the real - estate investment to stabilize. The key point of follow - up attention is whether there will be incremental support for urban renewal funds [53]. - **Real - estate sales model**: The transition to the spot - sale model means the end of the high - turnover model of real - estate enterprises. The supporting policies, especially the financing policy, are not clear, which affects the funds of real - estate enterprises. It is necessary to pay attention to the introduction of a financing system compatible with the new real - estate development model [5][63]. Infrastructure policy - **Investment situation**: From January to May 2025, infrastructure investment increased by 5.6% year - on - year. If the scale of land reserve special bonds continues to increase this year, the special bond funds invested in traditional infrastructure fields may be less than in 2024 [64]. - **Structural differentiation**: In the context of debt resolution, infrastructure construction with the central government as the construction and expenditure subject may be stronger, while that with local governments as the subject may be weaker. The investment structure differentiation may continue [66]. - **Development space**: Railway investment still has room for development, and canal construction is in full swing. It is estimated that the overall growth rate of infrastructure in 2025 will be around 7.0% [66][70][73]. 3. Can prices stabilize and rebound? - **Price influencing factors**: The impact of currency on prices depends on the supply - demand relationship. Increasing the money supply may lead to an imbalance between supply and demand and make it difficult for prices to rise. The key to boosting prices is to expand effective demand and smooth the supply - demand cycle [76]. - **Policy measures**: The central bank will implement a moderately loose monetary policy, maintain sufficient liquidity, and create a good monetary and financial environment for the reasonable recovery of prices [76]. - **PPI situation**: The tail - wagging factor in the first half of the year continued to drag down the performance of PPI, and it will take time for prices to recover [80].

Group 1: Consumption Patterns - The age structure of consumer spending in China shows an inverted U-shape, peaking at ages 30-40, followed by a decline[7] - Major consumption expenditures, such as marriage (30.2 years), housing (33.3 years), and car purchases (30.5 years), predominantly occur between ages 30-40[8] - Income peaks between ages 25-45, aligning with the highest consumption levels during the same age range[12] Group 2: Demographic Impact on Consumption - In 2022, individuals aged 20-39 accounted for 26.7% of the total population but contributed 29.1% of total consumption, making them the largest consumer group[4] - From 2010-2018, the 20-39 age group contributed 30.3% to consumption growth, but from 2018-2022, they became the main reason for a 44% decline in consumption growth[25] - The youth unemployment rate, particularly among those aged 16-24, reached 19.9% in 2022, correlating with decreased consumption among younger demographics[24] Group 3: Future Consumption Trends - The consumption peak is expected to shift rightward, with the 40-49 age group projected to increase from 13.8% to 15.9% of the population by 2030, potentially aligning with consumption peaks[58] - If the population peak and consumption peak overlap, the growth rate of total consumption from 2025-2035 may exceed that of 2020-2025[58] - The overall consumption tendency is anticipated to rise, with projections indicating an increase from 65% in 2020 to 81.6% by 2035[62]