Group 1: Policy Outlook - The Fourth Plenary Session will release two important documents regarding the 15th Five-Year Plan, with the first public announcement on October 23 and a more detailed proposal on October 27[3] - The public announcement is expected to outline key tasks for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030), focusing on economic growth, structural reforms, social governance, ecological protection, and improving people's livelihoods[3] - The policy tone is anticipated to be balanced, with a low likelihood of significant surprises for the market[8] Group 2: Economic Projections - The Central Economic Work Conference in mid-December will set the growth target for 2026, likely maintaining a target around 5% to balance short-term employment stability and long-term GDP growth goals[13] - The 15th Five-Year Plan will include specific quantitative targets for GDP growth, R&D intensity, urbanization rate, carbon emissions, and social welfare, to be announced in March 2026[11] - The overall economic strategy will continue to emphasize supply-side reforms while gradually improving the social security system[8] Group 3: Consumer Behavior - During the "Golden Week" holiday, daily travel and total spending increased by 1.6% and 1% year-on-year, respectively, indicating a 13% decline in per capita daily spending[12] - Retail sales for key retail and catering enterprises grew by 2.7% year-on-year, lower than the 3.4% growth rate in August[14]