Core Viewpoint - The Chinese secondary dimension market is expected to reach approximately 597.7 billion yuan in 2024, nearly double the size of 2019, driven by the growing popularity of domestic IPs and government support for their development [1][9]. Market Expansion - The market for character-related sectors such as animation and gaming in China is rapidly expanding, with a projected market size of about 12 trillion yen (approximately 580.5 billion yuan) in 2024, doubling from five years ago [1]. - The "BiliBili World" event in Shanghai attracted around 300,000 attendees over three days, indicating a significant increase in interest and participation in the secondary dimension culture [8]. Domestic IP Popularity - The popularity of domestic characters is on the rise, exemplified by the success of the animated film "Nezha," which grossed over 15.4 billion yuan during the Spring Festival, setting a record for Chinese box office earnings [12]. - The top trending IPs on China's second-hand trading platform include "Love and Deep Space" and "Identity V," showcasing the growing presence of Chinese IPs alongside popular Japanese works [15]. Government Support - The Chinese government is actively promoting the development of original IP brands, as outlined in the "Special Action Plan for Boosting Consumption," which emphasizes support for the animation, gaming, and esports sectors [14]. - Policies in Shanghai aim to revitalize tourism through IP and support the development of original IPs, reflecting a broader governmental strategy to enhance the domestic market [14]. Future Projections - The secondary dimension market in China is projected to expand to 834.4 billion yuan by 2029, driven by increased production and circulation of animation and gaming content, as well as the growth of emotional value consumption [9].

中新网东莞8月9日电 第十五届中国国际影视动漫版权保护和贸易博览会正在东莞举行。8日举行的中国 潮玩之都·动漫潮玩产业招商推介会发布《东莞市加快潮玩和动漫产业发展若干措施》提出，计划拿出 1.2亿元的产业扶持资金，以超常规力度，从产业生态、市场开拓、内容创作、集群发展、要素保障等 五大方向支持潮玩和动漫产业高质量发展。 截至2024年，东莞涉及潮玩生产的规上限上企业共计112家，工业总产值超238亿元，同比增长19%。 东莞潮玩产业集聚显著，拥有超过4000家玩具生产企业，近1500家上下游配套企业，是全国最大的玩具 出口基地，也是全国唯一的"中国潮玩之都"。全球动漫衍生品1/4在东莞生产，中国近85%的潮玩产自东 莞。 在当日的推介会上，来自13个国家地区的80余个影视动漫领域重要嘉宾、漫博会展商齐聚，推介会系统 介绍了东莞重点动漫潮玩产业政策与项目。东莞潮玩重镇石排镇推介了"潮玩小镇"规划，解读该镇的产 业空间、服务平台和专项政策等优势；茶山镇重点开展AI玩具产业招商，推介了茶山"AI+毛绒玩具"特 色产业园、"AI+IP"新质产业综合体等项目。 据悉，东莞下来将持续推动动漫潮玩产业发展，加大对动漫潮玩产 ...

Group 1 - The event "China潮玩之都·动漫潮玩产业招商推介会" was held on August 8, gathering over 80 key guests and exhibitors from the film and animation industry across 13 countries and regions to discuss industry development [1] - Dongguan's Industrial and Information Technology Bureau introduced the newly released measures to accelerate the development of the潮玩 and animation industry, planning to allocate 120 million yuan in industrial support funds [3] - The support will focus on five major areas: industrial ecology, market expansion, content creation, cluster development, and element guarantee to promote high-quality development of the潮玩 and animation industry [3] Group 2 - The "潮玩小镇" planning was promoted by Shipa Town, highlighting its industrial space, service platform, and special policy advantages [3] - Chashan is focusing on AI toy industry investment promotion, introducing projects like the "AI + Plush Toy" industrial park and "AI + IP" new quality industrial complex [3] - Dongguan will continue to enhance support for the潮玩 and animation industry, optimize the business environment, and strengthen project landing service guarantees to attract high-quality projects [3]

Core Insights - The article emphasizes the importance of long-termism and value co-existence in supporting private enterprises, particularly in the context of the financial sector's role in fostering growth and stability [1][9]. Group 1: Financial Support for Private Enterprises - The Suzhou Rural Commercial Bank has consistently prioritized support for private enterprises, embodying the principles of long-termism and value co-existence, and has been recognized as a leading enterprise in the production service industry for four consecutive years [1][2]. - As of the end of 2024, Suzhou Rural Commercial Bank's total assets reached 213.36 billion, with deposits at 170.25 billion and loans at 129.32 billion, with nearly 90% of loans supporting the real economy and over 60% directed towards private enterprises [2]. Group 2: Historical Context and Development - Since the 1990s, the Wujiang region has pioneered a new model for private economic development, with Suzhou Rural Commercial Bank being one of the first banks to support private enterprises by providing financial services and funding [3]. - The bank has played a crucial role in nurturing small and micro enterprises, particularly startups, by offering early-stage financing solutions since 2018 [4]. Group 3: Crisis Management and Support - During the textile industry's crisis from 2012 to 2014, Suzhou Rural Commercial Bank helped 664 enterprises overcome difficulties by maintaining stable credit policies and providing innovative loan services [6]. - The bank has also supported companies facing temporary liquidity issues by offering solutions such as non-repayment renewals of existing loans, ensuring their operational continuity [6]. Group 4: Strategic Partnerships and Growth - The partnership between Suzhou Rural Commercial Bank and Hengtong Group exemplifies mutual growth, with the bank facilitating Hengtong's financing needs and enhancing its business capabilities through strategic collaboration [7]. - The bank's involvement in the "Textile Industry Low Carbon Transition and Financial Innovation Guide" project highlights its commitment to supporting traditional industries in their transformation and green transition [9]. Group 5: Long-term Vision and Industry Development - The article advocates for a long-term perspective in financial operations, emphasizing the need to balance immediate actions with future goals to ensure sustainable growth [8][9]. - The bank's initiatives in green finance and industry transformation are positioned as essential strategies for adapting to changing economic landscapes and supporting the sustainable development of the textile industry [9].

Core Viewpoint - Xiangyuan Cultural Tourism announced a total external guarantee amount of approximately RMB 746 million, accounting for 26.5% of the company's latest audited net assets [2] Revenue Composition - For the year 2024, the revenue composition of Xiangyuan Cultural Tourism is as follows: - Tourism scenic area business accounts for 63.03% - Smart cultural tourism project hardware and software integration construction, digital operation, and technical services account for 12.43% - Tea sales account for 8.36% - Animation and its derivative businesses account for 7.07% - Hotel services account for 6.6% [2]

Group 1 - The company Xiangyuan Cultural Tourism (SH 600576) announced on August 5 that its ninth board meeting was held to discuss providing guarantees for its wholly-owned (controlling) subsidiaries [2] - For the year 2024, the revenue composition of Xiangyuan Cultural Tourism is as follows: tourism scenic area business accounts for 63.03%, smart cultural tourism project hardware and software integration and digital operation and technical services account for 12.43%, tea sales account for 8.36%, animation and its derivative businesses account for 7.07%, and hotel services account for 6.6% [2]

8月4日，2025"范长江行动——香港传媒学子浙江行"活动在浙江杭州启动。此次浙江行活动，来自 香港大学、香港中文大学、香港都会大学、香港浸会大学、香港树仁大学等15名香港学子将深入"杭州 六小龙"的强脑科技、灵伴科技等行业头部企业，了解浙江AI技术和数字经济日新月异的发展现状；寻 访宁波鞍山村等乡村振兴案例，感受"绿水青山就是金山银山"理念在浙江的生动实践；走进中国历代绘 画大系典藏馆、中南卡通等文化工程和文化企业，感受浙江从五千年良渚"文明曙光"的唤醒，到千年文 脉的传续。 "愿此次范长江行动，既能记录下浙江如火如荼的发展图景，也能为'一国两制'行稳致远注入青春 视角。同时也希望通过此次范长江行动，为浙港两地青年交流搭建起一座新的桥梁，进一步拓展两地交 流合作新空间。"采访团团长、香港大公文汇传媒集团副董事长、总编辑张国义在致辞中表示。 "'范长江行动'自2014年开展以来，为香港传媒学子提供了宝贵的实践机会，让我们走出课堂，深 入祖国大地，用笔触记录时代的发展。"来自香港大学的戴文敏在发言中表示，浙江不仅是历史文化深 厚的江南水乡，更是中国创新发展的前沿。"从'绿水青山就是金山银山'的生态实践，到数字经 ...

Core Insights - The first International Animation Month in Shanghai will take place from July 4 to August 10, 2025, featuring multiple animation exhibitions that are expected to attract hundreds of thousands of domestic and international visitors [1][3] - The event has transformed animation exhibitions into a significant urban attraction, with high demand for tickets and surrounding services [1][3] Industry Impact - The exhibition area for this year's event exceeds 135,000 square meters, with participation from 800 companies across 37 countries and regions, indicating a strong international presence [4] - During the event week, hotel bookings in the vicinity reportedly increased by 475% year-on-year, showcasing the economic impact on local hospitality [3] Consumer Behavior - The integration of animation elements into traditional shopping areas has led to the emergence of pop-up stores and themed markets, enhancing consumer engagement [9][10] - The emotional value derived from dressing as favorite characters and participating in themed events is driving a new form of consumer spending known as "emotional consumption" [10] Sales Performance - In the first half of 2025, a shopping mall in Shanghai hosted 55 animation-themed pop-up events, generating sales of 82 million yuan, with total revenue from related merchandise reaching 140 million yuan, an increase of approximately 85% compared to the same period in 2024 [19] - A shopping mall in Hangzhou reported that over 50% of its stores are now dedicated to animation brands, resulting in a 151.7% increase in foot traffic and a 161.2% increase in sales year-on-year in the first half of 2025 [21] Market Growth - The number of users in China's broader animation market surged from 210 million in 2017 to 526 million in 2025, with the market for related merchandise expected to reach 652.1 billion yuan [23] - The animation economy, driven by IP value and emotional consumption, is reshaping traditional business models and creating a new ecosystem that fosters user engagement and industry collaboration [25]

长江北岸，位于江岸区的汉口历史风貌区内，清水红砖与玻幕大厦错落相伴。街边，朵朵太阳伞点缀街区；院内，间间小剧场、工作 室不断推陈出新。 3.35平方公里，从江汉路到黄浦大街，从京汉大道到沿江大道，177处文物、153处优秀历史建筑、62处特色里份在传承中迸发新动 能。 她在社交平台上分享："历史与现代交融的老汉口，随时都有不期而遇的惊喜。" 从文化遗产的修旧如旧，到业态的文商旅流变，再到创新的要素聚拢，江岸演绎着新的进化： 坚持"留改拆建控"并举，统筹文化遗产的保护传承、城市更新、产业导入和文商旅融合发展等，在保护中发展、传承中利用，以文化 赋能经济、以经济"活化"文化。 75米长小巷塑出新场景 城市更新从宏观进入"毛细血管"；咸安坊、延庆里、黎黄陂路等不断焕新登场；漫步族穿行21条街巷 延庆里，汉口胜利街和三阳路交界处，主巷全长75米，溜达一圈只需约10分钟。 钱晨在"City Walk（城市漫步）"的路上，偶然发现这片小小的历史建筑群。拱券门窗透着老汉口韵味，米白石砖路还留存着修缮的痕 迹。 她逗留了近一个小时，仿佛发现了新的宝藏—— 家居店里，手握木质的家居摆件，爱不释手；"A4X艺术中心"里，跟随艺术 ...

Core Insights - Chengdu's animation industry has transformed from a "workshop" model to a thriving sector, highlighted by the success of "Nezha: The Devil's Child" [1] - The industry's growth is characterized by three key elements: cluster development, cultural integration, and technological innovation [1][4] Group 1: Cluster Development - The cluster development in Chengdu's animation industry promotes "value symbiosis," where companies in close proximity enhance collaboration and efficiency, exemplified by the production of "Nezha 2" [1] - Government policies have fostered a complete industrial chain, enabling collective breakthroughs rather than isolated efforts [1] Group 2: Cultural Empowerment - Chengdu's rich cultural heritage, including sites like Wuhou Shrine and Sanxingdui, provides inspiration for creative works, allowing local animators to infuse their projects with regional characteristics [2] - "Nezha 2" features elements of Sichuan culture, such as the character's dialect and cultural symbols, showcasing the successful integration of local history and customs into animation [2] Group 3: Technological Innovation - The animation industry in Chengdu is leveraging technological advancements, particularly in AI, to enhance production efficiency and quality [3] - For instance, Moxing Tianhe Chengdu has successfully applied for 25 software copyrights and established an AI team to improve visual effects, completing complex scenes in "Nezha 2" within 11 months [3][4]