Economic Data Overview - In May, industrial added value increased by 5.8% year-on-year, down from 6.1% in April; retail sales grew by 6.4%, up from 5.1% in April; fixed asset investment accumulated a year-on-year increase of 3.7%, down from 4.0% in April [1][7] - The economic data indicates a mild recovery with notable differentiation across sectors, characterized by strong consumption, stable production, and sluggish investment [1][7] Consumption Insights - Retail sales reached 41,326 billion yuan in May, marking a 6.4% year-on-year increase, the highest growth rate since 2024 [12][14] - Durable goods consumption surged significantly, with home appliances and audio-visual equipment retail sales soaring by 53.0% year-on-year, a record monthly growth [14] - The "old-for-new" policy and early promotions for the "618" shopping festival have stimulated consumer spending, but future consumption momentum may weaken as policy benefits diminish [17][12] Industrial Performance - The industrial production growth rate showed a slight decline, with a year-on-year increase of 5.8% in May, while maintaining a month-on-month growth of 0.6% [18][21] - High-tech manufacturing continues to lead industrial growth, with a year-on-year increase of 8.6%, outperforming the overall industrial growth by 2.8 percentage points [21][18] Investment Trends - Fixed asset investment grew by 3.7% year-on-year in the first five months, with manufacturing investment at 8.5% and infrastructure investment at 5.6%, indicating resilience [24][27] - Real estate investment remains under pressure, with a year-on-year decline of 10.7%, reflecting a significant drop in sales area and sales volume [28][29] Policy Impact - The central bank has maintained a moderately loose monetary policy, implementing measures such as a 0.5 percentage point reserve requirement ratio cut and interest rate reductions to support economic recovery [7][8] - Active fiscal policies are also in place, with plans to issue 1.3 trillion yuan in ultra-long-term special bonds, including 300 billion yuan to support the "old-for-new" consumption initiative [8][7]

Economic Overview - In May, China's industrial added value above designated size grew by 5.8% year-on-year, while the service production index increased by 6.2% and retail sales of consumer goods rose by 6.4% [1][2] - The overall economic operation is stable, with some indicators continuing to improve, showcasing strong resilience and vitality in China's economy [1][5] Economic Characteristics - The industrial production saw a rapid increase due to supportive policies, with the added value of the equipment manufacturing industry growing by 9%, contributing 54.3% to industrial production [2] - Employment remained stable, with the urban unemployment rate at 5%, a decrease of 0.1 percentage points from the previous month [2] - Consumer price index (CPI) showed a slight year-on-year decline, indicating stable market supply and demand [2] New Growth Drivers - High-tech manufacturing added value increased by 8.6%, and digital product manufacturing grew by 9.1%, both outpacing overall industrial growth [4] - Production of new energy vehicles and solar batteries surged by 31.7% and 27.8%, respectively, indicating robust growth in these sectors [4] Policy Impact - The implementation of proactive macro policies has effectively supported economic stability, with significant contributions to demand expansion and production growth [6] - Retail sales of home appliances and communication equipment saw substantial year-on-year growth, driven by policies encouraging consumption upgrades [6] - Investment in equipment and tools rose by 17.3% in the first five months, contributing 2.3 percentage points to overall investment growth [6] Economic Trends - Despite external challenges, China's economic foundation remains strong, with stable growth momentum and a commitment to high-quality development [8][9] - The first five months of 2023 saw a 9.5% year-on-year increase in high-tech manufacturing added value, with industrial robot production up by 32% [8] - The government has a robust policy toolkit to ensure economic stability and can dynamically adjust measures in response to changing conditions [8]

Economic Overview - In May, the industrial added value of large-scale enterprises increased by 5.8% year-on-year, indicating stable growth in the industrial sector [4][5] - The equipment manufacturing industry saw a significant increase, with added value growing by 9.0%, contributing 54.3% to industrial production [4][5] - The service industry production index rose by 6.2% year-on-year, accelerating by 0.2 percentage points compared to the previous month [4][5] Consumer Trends - The total retail sales of consumer goods increased by 6.4% year-on-year in May, up by 1.3 percentage points from the previous month [5][6] - The growth in retail sales was driven by policies promoting the replacement of old products, particularly in categories such as home appliances and communication devices, which contributed 1.9 percentage points to the total retail sales [7] Employment and Price Stability - The urban unemployment rate in May was 5%, a decrease of 0.1 percentage points from the previous month, indicating a stable employment situation [4][5] - The Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed a slight decline, with core CPI excluding food and energy rising compared to the previous month, reflecting mixed price pressures [5] Trade and Export Performance - In May, the total value of goods imports and exports increased by 2.7% year-on-year, with exports growing by 6.3% [6] - The export of mechanical and electrical products rose by 9.3%, with integrated circuit exports increasing by 18.9%, highlighting strong performance in key export categories [6] Investment and Innovation - Investment in equipment and tools grew by 17.3% in the first five months, contributing 2.3 percentage points to overall investment growth [7] - The high-tech manufacturing sector's added value increased by 8.6%, with digital product manufacturing growing by 9.1%, indicating a robust expansion of new economic drivers [5][10] Future Outlook - The economic foundation remains solid, with policies in place to support stable growth and address external challenges [9][10] - The development of new industries and the upgrading of traditional sectors are expected to continue, with significant growth in areas such as smart manufacturing and digital economy [10][11]

Economic Overview - In May, the industrial added value above designated size increased by 5.8% year-on-year, while the total retail sales of consumer goods grew by 6.4% year-on-year, indicating a stable economic performance [1][4] - From January to May, fixed asset investment (excluding rural households) rose by 3.7% year-on-year, reflecting ongoing economic resilience and vitality [1] Consumer Market Dynamics - The retail sales growth in May accelerated by 1.3 percentage points compared to the previous month, reaching the highest monthly level since 2024 [2] - The "old-for-new" consumption policy and the "618" e-commerce promotion significantly boosted consumer spending, with specific categories like home appliances and communication equipment seeing substantial growth [2] - The service retail sector also showed positive trends, with a 5.2% increase from January to May, indicating a recovery in consumer services [2] Industrial Production Insights - In May, 35 out of 41 major industries reported year-on-year growth in added value, showcasing a broad-based industrial recovery [4] - The equipment manufacturing and high-tech manufacturing sectors grew by 9.0% and 8.6% respectively, outpacing overall industrial growth [4] - Notable increases were observed in the production of smart drones and industrial robots, with growth rates of 85.9% and 35.5% respectively, highlighting advancements in industrial automation [4] Policy and Future Outlook - The government emphasizes the importance of expanding domestic demand and strengthening the domestic circulation to ensure sustainable economic growth [1][6] - There is a strong expectation for continued monetary easing and fiscal support measures aimed at stimulating consumption and stabilizing the real estate market [6]

Economic Performance - In May, the total retail sales of consumer goods increased by 6.4% year-on-year, accelerating by 1.3 percentage points compared to the previous month, marking the highest growth rate since 2024 [3] - The production index of the wholesale and retail industry, as well as the accommodation and catering industry, accelerated by 1.6 and 0.9 percentage points respectively compared to the previous month [3] Consumption Trends - The growth in consumption is attributed to the "old-for-new" policy for consumer goods and the initiation of the "618" shopping festival [3] - Retail sales of home appliances, audio-visual equipment, communication equipment, cultural office supplies, and furniture increased by 53%, 33%, 30.5%, and 25.6% year-on-year respectively [3] New Economic Drivers - The service production index grew by 6.2% year-on-year in May, while the added value of equipment manufacturing and high-tech manufacturing increased by 9% and 8.6% respectively, outpacing the overall industrial growth [4] - High-tech service industry investment rose by 11.6% year-on-year from January to May, with aerospace and equipment manufacturing investment growing by 24.2% [4] Employment and Price Stability - The urban unemployment rate in May was 5%, a decrease of 0.1 percentage points from the previous month [5] - The Consumer Price Index (CPI) saw a slight year-on-year decline, while the core CPI, excluding food and energy, showed an expanded increase, indicating stable market supply and demand [5] Policy Outlook - The government has a robust policy toolkit to dynamically adjust macroeconomic policies to ensure stable economic operation [2][5] - New fiscal policies are expected to support consumer goods replacement and may include interest rate cuts [5]

Economic Overview - The national economy is operating steadily with new growth momentum emerging, indicating a shift towards high-quality development [1][4]. Industry Performance - In May, the added value of high-tech manufacturing above designated size increased by 8.6% year-on-year, while the digital product manufacturing sector saw a 9.1% increase, both significantly outpacing the overall industrial growth rate [4]. - The production of new energy vehicles and solar cells grew by 31.7% and 27.8% respectively, reflecting robust growth in these sectors [4]. Consumer Trends - The total retail sales of consumer goods in May increased by 6.4% year-on-year, with a 1.3 percentage point acceleration compared to the previous month [5]. - The "May Day" and "Dragon Boat Festival" holidays saw a notable increase in tourism, with various regions exploring new models for cultural and tourism consumption [5]. - Emerging consumption trends such as live streaming sales and instant retail are maturing, while sectors like the silver economy and low-altitude economy are rapidly developing [5]. Trade Dynamics - In May, China's total goods import and export value grew by 2.7% year-on-year, with exports increasing by 6.3% [8]. - Despite a decline in trade with the U.S., diversification in foreign trade has shown positive results, particularly with ASEAN and Belt and Road Initiative countries [8]. - The export of high-tech machinery and electrical products has expanded, supporting trade growth and showcasing China's comprehensive competitive advantages [8].

Economic Performance - In May, China's economy continued to show high-quality development, with the industrial added value of large-scale enterprises increasing by 5.8% year-on-year, maintaining rapid growth [4] - The service production index rose by 6.2% year-on-year, with a 0.2 percentage point acceleration compared to the previous month, driven by stable growth in information and business services [4] - The total retail sales of consumer goods increased by 6.4% year-on-year, accelerating by 1.3 percentage points from the previous month, with significant growth in sales related to trade-in programs [4] Investment Trends - Fixed asset investment in the first five months grew by 3.7% year-on-year, with continued expansion in investment scale, particularly in the aerospace and equipment manufacturing sectors, which saw double-digit growth [4][5] - High-tech manufacturing added value increased by 8.6% year-on-year, while digital product manufacturing added value rose by 9.1%, both significantly outpacing the overall industrial growth rate [5] Technological Advancements - Breakthroughs in cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence and humanoid robots have been observed, contributing to industrial upgrades [5] - The production of robot reducers and industrial robots saw year-on-year increases of 100% and 35.5%, respectively, indicating strong growth in the robotics sector [5] Policy Outlook - The government plans to implement more proactive macroeconomic policies to further expand domestic demand and ensure smooth economic circulation, reinforcing the foundation for continued economic improvement [5]

6月16日，国新办举行新闻发布会，介绍5月份国民经济运行情况。从主要指标来看，工业、服务业、消 费、投资等均保持增长。外贸顶住压力，保持平稳增长。 其中，消费和服务业两项增速比上月有所加快，显示出在一系列促消费政策带动下，国内消费潜力得到 释放。工业增加值平稳较快增长，固定资产投资继续扩大。房地产继续朝止跌回稳的方向迈进。 全年即将过半，上半年GDP将于下月中旬揭晓。"作为数据生产者，又来进行预测，本身是存在一定矛 盾的。"国家统计局新闻发言人、国民经济综合统计司司长付凌晖表示，统计部门一般不做这方面预 测，但从整个经济运行情况来看，全年经济仍有较好支撑，上半年有望保持总体平稳、稳中有进的发展 态势。 宏观政策持续发力，为经济平稳运行提供支撑 主要指标中，消费和服务业两项增速均比上月有所加快。5月份，社会消费品零售总额同比增长6.4%， 增速比上月加快1.3个百分点。全国服务业生产指数同比增长6.2%，比上月加快0.2个百分点。 "从5月份相关指标看，宏观政策持续发力，为经济平稳运行提供了重要支撑。"付凌晖表示。 以消费品以旧换新政策为例，在政策带动下，5月份，家用电器和音像器材类、通讯器材类、文化办公 用品 ...

6月16日，国家统计局发布的数据显示，5月份，我国经济运行总体平稳，部分指标继续改善，新动能成长 壮大，高质量发展态势持续。 其中，多项消费数据走势表明，消费新动能持续释放、服务消费增势良好。国家统计局新闻发言人、国民经济 综合统计司司长付凌晖也谈到，我国正处在产业升级发展的关键期，随着创新引领作用不断增强，高端制造、 数字经济、新能源产业等发展新动能持续壮大。 不过，付凌晖也指出，外部环境仍然复杂严峻，不稳定不确定因素较多，国内新旧动能转换存在阵痛，推动经 济稳定运行的压力犹存。面对复杂环境，关键是要坚定不移办好自己的事，实施好更加积极有为的宏观政策， 不断增强经济发展内生动能，以高质量发展的确定性应对外部环境变化的不确定性。他表示，我国政策工具箱 储备充足，宏观政策留有后手，可以根据形势变化动态调整、积极应对，将继续为经济稳定运行保驾护航。 经济运行总体平稳，部分指标继续改善 数据显示，5月份，规模以上工业增加值同比增长5.8%，继续保持较快增长。同时，服务业生产指数同比增长 6.2%，增速比上月加快0.2个百分点。 同时，在消费品以旧换新政策、网售促销等因素影响下，5月份，市场销售增长加快，社会消费品零 ...

东方金诚宏观研究 5 月"消费强投资弱"，经济运行保持较强韧性 ——2025 年 5 月宏观数据点评 5 月规上工业增加值同比增长 5.8%，增速较上月回落 0.3 个百分点。从三大门类看，5 月采矿业增加 值同比增速与上月持平，电力、燃气及水的生产和供应业增加值同比增速小幅加快，但在工业中占比最 高的制造业增加值增速较上月下滑 0.4 个百分点至 6.2%，拖累当月工业生产增速整体放缓。主要原因是 外部经贸环境急剧变化继续影响企业出口贸易，5 月工业企业出口交货值同比增速从上月的 0.9%进一步 回落至 0.6%。 首席宏观分析师 王青 研究发展部执行总监 冯琳 事件：据国家统计局 2025 年 6 月 16 日公布的数据，5 月规模以上工业增加值同比实际增长 5.8%， 前值为 6.1%，1-5 月累计同比为 6.3%，2024 年全年累计同比为 5.8%；5 月社会消费品零售总额同比增长 6.4%，前值为 5.1%，1-5 月累计同比为 5.0%，2024 年全年累计同比为 3.5%；1-5 月全国固定资产投资累 计同比增长 3.7%，前值为 4.0%，2024 年全年累计同比增长 3.2%。 基本观点 ...