Core Insights - The manufacturing PMI for July 2025 is reported at 49.3%, indicating a decline of 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, reflecting a downturn in manufacturing activity [1] Manufacturing PMI Breakdown - The production index stands at 50.5%, down 0.5 percentage points, while the new orders index is at 49.4%, down 0.8 percentage points, indicating continued expansion in production but a slowdown in market demand [2] - The raw material inventory index is at 47.7%, down 0.3 percentage points, and the employment index is at 48.0%, up 0.1 percentage points, suggesting challenges in workforce levels [1][2] - The supplier delivery time index is at 50.3%, up 0.1 percentage points, indicating stable supply chain conditions [1] Price Index and Market Dynamics - The price index has risen, with the main raw material purchase price index at 51.5%, up 3.1 percentage points, and the factory price index at 48.3%, up 2.1 percentage points, indicating an overall improvement in manufacturing market prices [2] Large Enterprises and New Growth Drivers - Large enterprises maintain expansion with a PMI of 50.3%, down 0.9 percentage points, and their production and new orders indices at 52.1% and 50.7%, respectively, indicating a stable operational environment [2] - Emerging sectors such as equipment manufacturing and high-tech manufacturing show PMIs of 50.3% and 50.6%, respectively, both above the critical point, indicating ongoing growth in these areas [2] Market Expectations and Future Outlook - The production and business activity expectation index is at 52.6%, up 0.6 percentage points, reflecting increased confidence among manufacturing enterprises regarding market developments [2] - Analysts suggest that despite a decline in domestic demand, future policies aimed at boosting consumption and investment may lead to a recovery in economic activity [3] - The focus on new pillar industries and the stabilization of the capital market are expected to support the equity market, particularly in technology and consumer sectors [3]

Group 1: PMI Trends - In July, the manufacturing PMI index fell by 0.4 percentage points to 49.3%, marking the fourth consecutive month below the threshold and the lowest in nearly six months[1] - The new orders index dropped significantly by 0.8 percentage points to 49.4%, with the consumer goods sector declining by 0.9 percentage points to 49.5% due to ongoing downturns in the real estate market[1] - The production index also decreased by 0.5 percentage points to 50.5%, influenced by extreme weather and weakened internal and external demand[1] Group 2: Export and Inventory Insights - The new export orders index fell by 0.6 percentage points to 47.1%, with high-tech and equipment manufacturing sectors declining by 0.3 and 1.1 percentage points respectively, reflecting short-term impacts from delayed tariff negotiations[1] - The finished goods inventory index dropped by 0.7 percentage points to 47.4%, indicating a cautious outlook among enterprises amid weak demand[2] - Industrial enterprises are expected to maintain a moderate pace of inventory replenishment due to ongoing challenges in the real estate market and limited traditional infrastructure investment[2] Group 3: Service and Construction Sector Performance - The service sector PMI slightly decreased by 0.1 percentage points to 50.0%, remaining near the threshold, indicating stable growth in service consumption[2] - The construction sector PMI fell significantly by 2.2 percentage points to 50.6%, impacted by extreme weather conditions and limited traditional infrastructure investment due to debt concerns[2] - The political bureau meeting emphasized the importance of expanding consumer goods consumption, but did not extend the previous policies aimed at enhancing durable goods subsidies, suggesting a need for ongoing observation[3]

Core Viewpoint - The "anti-involution" policy has boosted prices, but supply and demand performance is counterintuitive [2][7][67] - The manufacturing PMI decreased by 0.4 percentage points to 49.3%, exceeding the average decline since 2017 [2][67] - The increase in commodity prices is reflected in the raw material purchase price index (+3.1 percentage points to 51.5%) and the factory price index (+2.1 percentage points to 48.3%) [2][67] Manufacturing Sector - The manufacturing PMI has marginally declined, with production and new order indices both decreasing [4][70] - The production index fell by 0.5 percentage points to 50.5%, while the new order index dropped by 0.8 percentage points to 49.4% [4][70] - The new export order index decreased by 0.6 percentage points to 47.1%, indicating a slowdown in market demand [4][70][35] Key Industries - High-energy-consuming industries are showing production strength despite price increases, with the steel industry PMI rising by 4.6 percentage points to return to the expansion zone [3][18][69] - The equipment manufacturing and consumer goods industries saw PMIs decline by 1.1 and 0.9 percentage points to 50.3% and 49.5%, respectively [3][18][69] - Investment demand weakened significantly, contrasting with the strong production performance in high-energy-consuming sectors [21][69] Non-Manufacturing Sector - The non-manufacturing PMI decreased by 0.4 percentage points to 50.1%, primarily due to a significant drop in the construction PMI [42][70] - The construction PMI fell by 2.2 percentage points to 50.6%, with the new order index dropping sharply by 2.2 percentage points to 42.7% [5][58][70] - The service sector PMI slightly declined, with the new order index remaining weak at 46.3% [5][46][70] Future Outlook - The political bureau meeting in July emphasized the need for further implementation of the "anti-involution" policy, focusing on the effects in downstream sectors and marginal changes in domestic demand [27][69] - The current situation indicates that the "anti-involution" policy in the upper reaches still requires further advancement, while high-energy-consuming industries are undergoing significant transformations [27][69]

Group 1: PMI Data Overview - In July, the manufacturing PMI decreased by 0.4 percentage points to 49.3%, while the non-manufacturing PMI fell by 0.4 percentage points to 50.1%[6][28] - The decline in manufacturing PMI is greater than the average drop of 0.1 percentage points since 2017[7][28] - The purchasing price index for major raw materials rose by 3.1 percentage points to 51.5%, marking the first increase above the critical point since March[7][18] Group 2: Sector Performance - The production index in July remained in the expansion zone at 50.5%, despite a 0.5 percentage point decline[2][13] - The new orders index fell into the contraction zone, decreasing by 0.8 percentage points to 49.4%[2][14] - High-energy-consuming industries, particularly the steel sector, saw a PMI increase of 4.6 percentage points, returning to the expansion zone at 48%[18][21] Group 3: Investment and Demand Trends - Investment demand weakened significantly in July, contrasting with the strong performance of high-energy-consuming industries[21] - The construction PMI dropped by 2.2 percentage points to 50.6%, with new orders falling sharply to 42.7%[21][42] - The business activity expectation index for the construction sector decreased by 2.3 percentage points to 51.6%[21] Group 4: Future Outlook - The political bureau meeting in July emphasized the need for further implementation of "anti-involution" policies, particularly focusing on mid- and downstream sectors[23] - The report suggests that the effectiveness of "anti-involution" policies in stimulating domestic demand will be crucial for future manufacturing performance[23]

Core Viewpoint - The manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) in China decreased to 49.3% in July, indicating a slight contraction in manufacturing activity due to seasonal factors and adverse weather conditions [1][3]. Group 1: Manufacturing PMI Overview - The manufacturing PMI fell by 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, reflecting a decline in manufacturing sentiment after two months of recovery [1]. - The new orders index for manufacturing dropped into the contraction zone, signaling weaker demand [3]. Group 2: Production and Price Indices - Despite the decline in new orders, the production index remained in the expansion zone at 50.5%, marking three consecutive months of growth [3]. - The raw material purchase price index rose to 51.5%, increasing by 3.1 percentage points, indicating improved price levels in the manufacturing sector [5]. - The equipment manufacturing PMI was at 50.3%, down 1.1 percentage points but still in the expansion zone, while the high-tech manufacturing PMI was at 50.6%, down 0.3 percentage points, maintaining expansion for six months [5]. Group 3: Economic Outlook - The PMI data suggests that despite short-term fluctuations, production remains in the expansion zone, with optimism among manufacturers regarding future business activities, as indicated by a production expectation index of 52.6%, which increased by 0.6 percentage points [7].

Core Viewpoint - The manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) in China for July 2025 is reported at 49.3%, indicating a decline of 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, reflecting a downturn in manufacturing activity [1][4]. Manufacturing PMI Overview - The manufacturing PMI has decreased to 49.3%, with production index at 50.5% and new orders index at 49.4%, both showing declines from the previous month [1][4]. - The raw materials inventory index is at 47.7%, indicating a continued reduction in major raw material stocks, while the employment index has slightly increased to 48% [4][5]. - The supplier delivery time index is at 50.3%, suggesting that the delivery times for raw materials are improving [4]. Sector Performance - Key sectors such as railway, shipbuilding, aerospace, and computer communication electronics are showing active production and new orders, while sectors like chemical raw materials and non-metallic mineral products are underperforming [5][6]. - The equipment manufacturing and high-tech manufacturing sectors have PMIs of 50.3% and 50.6%, respectively, remaining above the critical point, indicating ongoing expansion [6][7]. Economic Outlook - There is potential for demand recovery, with expectations that economic stabilization policies may be implemented to boost PMI [5][6]. - The price index for major raw materials has risen, with the purchasing price index at 51.5%, marking the first increase above the critical point since March [6][7]. Inventory and Business Confidence - The finished goods inventory index has decreased to 47.4%, reflecting cautious inventory adjustments by enterprises [7]. - Business confidence is improving, with the production and business activity expectation index rising to 52.6%, indicating a more optimistic outlook among manufacturers [7].

Core Viewpoint - The manufacturing PMI in July showed a short-term fluctuation, dropping to 49.3%, while the overall economic output remains in an expansion phase, supported by non-manufacturing indices above 50% [1][2]. Manufacturing Sector - In July, the manufacturing PMI was 49.3%, a decrease of 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, influenced by seasonal production slowdowns and extreme weather conditions [1]. - The new orders index for manufacturing was 49.4%, down 0.8 percentage points, and the new export orders index was 47.1%, down 0.6 percentage points [1]. - Despite weak market demand, the production index was at 50.5%, indicating continued expansion for the third consecutive month [1]. Key Industries - The equipment manufacturing PMI was 50.3%, down 1.1 percentage points but still in the expansion zone; high-tech manufacturing PMI was 50.6%, maintaining expansion for six months [2]. - Large enterprises showed stable expansion with a PMI of 50.3%, while medium-sized enterprises improved to 49.5%, and small enterprises decreased to 46.4% [2]. Price Indices - The raw material purchase price index for manufacturing was 51.5%, up 3.1 percentage points, returning to the expansion zone after four months below 50% [2]. - The factory price index was 48.3%, up 2.1 percentage points, marking the second-highest point this year [2]. Market Expectations - The manufacturing production and operation activity expectation index rose to 52.6%, indicating increased confidence among manufacturers [3]. - The non-manufacturing business activity index was 50.1%, with the service sector at 50% and construction at 50.6%, both remaining in the expansion zone [3]. - The non-manufacturing business activity expectation index was 55.8%, reflecting optimism among most non-manufacturing enterprises [3]. Future Outlook - It is anticipated that construction activities will rebound as the rainy season ends, supported by policies aimed at boosting investment and consumption [4].

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Core Insights - The July Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) data indicates a slight decline in China's manufacturing and non-manufacturing sectors, reflecting economic pressures [1][3][4] Manufacturing Sector - The manufacturing PMI for July is reported at 49.3%, a decrease of 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, indicating contraction [1][3] - The production index and new orders index are at 50.5% and 49.4%, respectively, showing a decline of 0.5 and 0.8 percentage points, suggesting a slowdown in market demand [5] - Despite the decline, the manufacturing sector shows resilience with high-tech and equipment manufacturing PMIs remaining above the critical point [5] Non-Manufacturing Sector - The non-manufacturing business activity index stands at 50.1%, down 0.4 percentage points from June, but still above the critical threshold [1][6] - The service sector remains stable, with a business activity index of 50.0%, slightly down by 0.1 percentage points [6] - The summer holiday effect positively influences service-related sectors such as transportation and entertainment, with indices exceeding 60.0% [6] Economic Outlook - Experts suggest that the fluctuations in the manufacturing PMI are primarily due to short-term factors, and the foundation for economic recovery remains solid [4] - The construction sector is experiencing a slowdown due to adverse weather conditions, but is expected to rebound as the rainy season ends [6][7]