Core Insights - The GDP data for the first three quarters of 2025 has been released, with 28 provinces reporting their figures, showing a diverse economic performance across the country [1][4]. GDP Rankings and Growth - Guangdong leads with a GDP of 10,517.698 billion yuan, maintaining its position as the top province for 36 consecutive years, with a growth rate of 4.1% [4][5]. - Jiangsu follows closely with a GDP of 10,281.1 billion yuan and a growth rate of 5.4%, surpassing the 10 trillion yuan mark [2][7]. - Gansu has the highest growth rate at 6.1%, indicating strong economic performance [3]. Economic Performance by Province - 20 provinces outperformed or matched the national average growth rate of 5.2% [1]. - Shandong, with a GDP of 77,115 billion yuan and a growth rate of 5.6%, is on track to join the 10 trillion yuan club [10][11]. - Beijing is projected to reach a GDP of 49,843.1 billion yuan by the end of 2024, potentially entering the 5 trillion yuan club [12][13]. Sectoral Contributions - Guangdong's industrial output increased by 3.5%, with advanced manufacturing and high-tech sectors growing by 5.4% and 6.4%, respectively [5]. - In Jiangsu, the industrial output rose by 6.8%, with equipment manufacturing growing by 9.4% [8]. - Hubei showed robust growth in all three economic drivers, with fixed asset investment up by 6.5% and foreign trade reaching a record high [9]. Consumer Market Trends - In Guangdong, retail sales of cultural and office supplies, home appliances, and communication equipment grew significantly, with increases of 21.0%, 31.0%, and 16.5%, respectively [6]. - Shandong's retail sales also showed strong growth, with a total of 30,386.1 billion yuan, reflecting a 5.6% increase [11].