Core Viewpoint - The manufacturing PMI for July is 49.3%, a decrease of 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, primarily influenced by seasonal production slowdowns and adverse weather conditions [1][3]. Group 1: Economic Recovery and Manufacturing Performance - The foundation for economic recovery remains solid, with the equipment manufacturing and high-tech manufacturing PMIs continuing to expand, indicating ongoing structural optimization [2][3]. - Large enterprises are maintaining stable expansion, acting as a "ballast" for the economy [2][3]. - The rebound in the major raw material purchasing price index, which rose above the critical point for the first time since March, reflects improved market conditions in certain industries [4]. Group 2: Impact of Anti-Competition Measures - The anti-competition measures have positively influenced corporate expectations, as indicated by rising indices for purchasing prices, output prices, employment, supplier delivery times, and production activity expectations [4][5]. - The purchasing price index for major raw materials increased to 51.5%, while the output price index rose to 48.3%, showing significant recovery in specific sectors like petroleum and black metal processing [4]. Group 3: Consumer Activity and Seasonal Trends - The non-manufacturing business activity index for July is 50.1%, reflecting a slight decline but showing initial signs of summer consumption boosting economic activity [6][7]. - Retail activity is on the rise, with the retail business activity index surpassing the critical point, and new order indices showing significant increases [7]. - Travel and leisure activities are also gaining momentum, with indices for railway and air transport exceeding 60%, indicating strong consumer willingness to travel [7][8]. Group 4: Future Outlook - The summer consumption boost is expected to continue into August, supported by ongoing macroeconomic policies aimed at expanding domestic demand [8].

Core Viewpoint - The manufacturing PMI for July is reported at 49.3%, a decrease of 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, primarily influenced by seasonal production slowdowns and adverse weather conditions [1][5][6]. Group 1: Manufacturing Sector Analysis - The manufacturing PMI reflects a contraction, but the underlying economic recovery remains solid, with equipment manufacturing and high-tech manufacturing PMIs continuing to expand [3][7]. - Large enterprises are maintaining stable expansion, acting as a stabilizing force in the economy [3][7]. - The rebound in the major raw material purchasing price index indicates a positive shift in business expectations due to anti-involution measures [10][12]. Group 2: Non-Manufacturing Sector Insights - The non-manufacturing business activity index stands at 50.1%, showing a slight decline but remaining above the critical point, indicating ongoing activity in the sector [2][14]. - Summer consumption is beginning to show positive effects, with significant increases in retail and travel activities, although the accommodation and catering sectors remain below the critical point [14][15][16]. Group 3: Future Economic Outlook - The implementation of policies aimed at expanding domestic demand is expected to support stable economic growth and quality improvement in the second half of the year [8][17]. - Analysts predict that the positive impact of summer consumption will continue into August, contributing to a gradual increase in investment and consumption activities [16][17].

Core Points - The manufacturing PMI for July is reported at 49.3%, a decrease of 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, primarily influenced by seasonal production slowdowns and adverse weather conditions [1][3] - The non-manufacturing business activity index and the composite PMI output index are at 50.1% and 50.2%, respectively, both showing a decline but remaining above the critical point [1][3] - Economic recovery fundamentals remain solid, with the equipment manufacturing and high-tech manufacturing PMIs continuing to expand, indicating ongoing structural optimization [1][3] Manufacturing Sector - The manufacturing PMI's decline is attributed to traditional production off-seasons and extreme weather events, leading to a weaker demand side [2][3] - Despite the overall PMI decline, production activities in manufacturing are still expanding, particularly in the equipment and high-tech sectors, which are crucial for economic growth [3][5] Price Indices - Among the 13 sub-indices of the manufacturing PMI, the purchasing price index and the ex-factory price index have risen, indicating improved market conditions in certain sectors [5] - The main raw material purchasing price index has risen to 51.5%, marking the first increase above the critical point since March, suggesting a potential recovery in material costs [5] Non-Manufacturing Sector - The non-manufacturing business activity index is at 50.1%, reflecting a slight decline, but summer consumption is beginning to show positive effects in retail, travel, and entertainment sectors [7][9] - Retail activity is increasing, with the retail business activity index rising above the critical point, indicating strong consumer purchasing intentions [8] Future Outlook - The implementation of policies aimed at expanding domestic demand, such as "two new" and "two heavy" initiatives, is expected to support stable economic expansion and quality improvement in the second half of the year [1][9] - The positive impact of summer consumption is anticipated to continue into August, contributing to economic recovery [9]

Core Viewpoint - The manufacturing PMI decreased to 49.3% in July, indicating a slight contraction in the manufacturing sector, while the non-manufacturing business activity index remained above the critical point, suggesting overall economic expansion [1][3][6]. Manufacturing Sector - The manufacturing PMI fell by 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, attributed to seasonal production slowdowns and adverse weather conditions [3][4]. - The production index and new orders index were at 50.5% and 49.4%, respectively, indicating continued expansion in manufacturing activities but a slowdown in market demand [4]. - The manufacturing business activity expectation index rose to 52.6%, reflecting increased confidence among manufacturers regarding market developments [4]. - Key industries such as equipment manufacturing and high-tech manufacturing maintained PMIs above the critical point at 50.3% and 50.6%, respectively, while the consumer goods sector saw a decline to 49.5% [4]. Non-Manufacturing Sector - The non-manufacturing business activity index was reported at 50.1%, down 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, but still above the critical threshold [6]. - The service sector's business activity index remained stable at 50%, with significant growth in transportation and entertainment sectors due to summer holiday effects [7]. - The construction sector's business activity index decreased to 50.6%, influenced by adverse weather conditions, with a corresponding drop in the business activity expectation index to 51.6% [8]. Market Outlook - The overall market expectations in the service sector improved, with a business activity expectation index of 56.6%, indicating optimism among service providers [7]. - Experts suggest that increased government investment in public goods and infrastructure could help boost order volumes and stabilize economic growth in the latter half of the year [4][8].

Group 1: Manufacturing Sector - The manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) decreased to 49.3% in July, down 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, indicating a decline in manufacturing activity [1][2] - The production index remained in expansion at 50.5%, while the new orders index fell to 49.4%, reflecting a slowdown in market demand [2] - Large enterprises maintained expansion with a PMI of 50.3%, while medium-sized enterprises improved to 49.5%, and small enterprises decreased to 46.4% [3] Group 2: Non-Manufacturing Sector - The non-manufacturing business activity index was 50.1%, down 0.4 percentage points from last month, but still above the critical point [4] - The service sector's business activity index was stable at 50.0%, with strong performance in transportation and tourism-related industries [4] - The construction sector's business activity index fell to 50.6%, influenced by adverse weather conditions [4] Group 3: Price Indices - The price indices for major raw materials increased, with the purchasing price index at 51.5% and the factory price index at 48.3%, indicating an overall improvement in market prices [2] Group 4: Market Expectations - The production and business activity expectations index rose to 52.6%, showing increased confidence among manufacturing enterprises regarding market development [3] - The business activity expectations index for the service sector increased to 56.6%, indicating optimism among service industry enterprises [4]

Group 1: Manufacturing Sector - The manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) decreased to 49.3% in July, down 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, indicating a decline in manufacturing activity [1][2] - The production index remained in expansion at 50.5%, while the new orders index fell to 49.4%, reflecting a slowdown in market demand [2] - Large enterprises maintained expansion with a PMI of 50.3%, while medium-sized enterprises improved to 49.5%, and small enterprises decreased to 46.4% [3] Group 2: Price Indices - The price index for major raw materials increased, with the purchasing price index at 51.5% and the factory price index at 48.3%, indicating an overall improvement in manufacturing market prices [2] - The purchasing price index for major raw materials rose above the critical point for the first time since March, suggesting a recovery in market conditions [2] Group 3: Non-Manufacturing Sector - The non-manufacturing business activity index was 50.1%, down 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, but still above the critical point, indicating continued expansion [1][4] - The service sector's business activity index remained stable at 50.0%, with certain industries like transportation and entertainment showing strong growth due to seasonal effects [4] - The construction sector's business activity index fell to 50.6%, influenced by adverse weather conditions, while the business activity expectation index for the service sector rose to 56.6%, indicating optimism among service enterprises [4] Group 4: Composite PMI - The composite PMI output index was 50.2%, down 0.5 percentage points from the previous month, but still indicating overall expansion in production and business activities [5][6] - The manufacturing production index and non-manufacturing business activity index contributed to the composite PMI, standing at 50.5% and 50.1% respectively [6]

Group 1: Manufacturing PMI Overview - In July, the Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) was 49.3%, a decrease of 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, indicating a decline in manufacturing activity [2][21][22] - The production index was 50.5%, down 0.5 percentage points, while the new orders index was 49.4%, down 0.8 percentage points, suggesting a slowdown in market demand [6][22] - Large enterprises maintained expansion with a PMI of 50.3%, while medium-sized enterprises improved to 49.5%, and small enterprises decreased to 46.4% [5][23][24] Group 2: Non-Manufacturing PMI Overview - The Non-Manufacturing Business Activity Index was 50.1%, a decrease of 0.4 percentage points, but still above the critical point, indicating continued expansion [11][25] - The service sector's business activity index was stable at 50.0%, while the construction sector's index fell to 50.6%, down 2.2 percentage points due to adverse weather conditions [14][25] - The business activity expectation index for non-manufacturing was 55.8%, indicating optimism among most enterprises regarding market development [17][25] Group 3: Comprehensive PMI Overview - The Comprehensive PMI Output Index was 50.2%, a decrease of 0.5 percentage points, but still indicating overall expansion in production and business activities [20][26] - The manufacturing production index and non-manufacturing business activity index were 50.5% and 50.1%, respectively, contributing to the comprehensive index's performance [26]

中国物流与采购联合会、国家统计局服务业调查中心今天(31日)发布7月份中国采购经理指数。受季节 性因素影响，制造业采购经理指数有所波动，制造业景气水平较上月有所回落。 制造业景气水平较上月有所回落 7月份中国制造业采购经理指数为49.3%，较上月下降0.4个百分点。 国家统计局服务业调查中心企业景气处处长 霍丽慧：7月份受制造业进入传统生产淡季，以及部分地区 高温暴雨洪涝灾害等因素影响，采购经理指数是在连续两个月回升之后有所回落，制造业景气水平有所 下降。 从主要分项指数看，制造业新订单指数回落到收缩区间，运行偏弱。制造业企业生产保持扩张，延续稳 中有增的态势。7月份生产指数为50.5%，连续3个月运行在扩张区间。铁路船舶航空航天设备、计算机 通信电子设备等行业的生产指数和新订单指数持续位于扩张区间，相关行业产需两端较为活跃。 国家统计局服务业调查中心企业景气处处长 霍丽慧：从市场预期来看，服务业业务活动预期指数是有 所回升，继续位于55%以上的较高景气区间，表明多数服务业企业对近期市场发展前景还是比较乐观 的。 另外，7月份，装备制造业采购经理指数为50.3%，较上月下降1.1个百分点，仍保持在扩张区间。高 ...

Core Insights - The project "500MW level impulse turbine runner high toughness manufacturing technology and equipment" has achieved a significant milestone with the successful acceptance of the core topic led by China First Heavy Industries [1] - The developed full-size forged-welded structure runner components exhibit excellent and stable high-performance reserves, as well as ultra-high uniformity and consistency in organization, representing the current international top manufacturing level in this field [1] - The 500MW level forged-welded impulse turbine runner, known as the "heart" of the impulse turbine generator set, has extreme requirements for high strength and toughness due to its long service life and high reliability [1] Industry Impact - This achievement signifies that China has mastered the extreme manufacturing capability of full-size 500MW level impulse turbine runner forgings, providing solid core equipment support for major hydropower projects and energy security in the country [2] - The project team has innovatively constructed an integrated toughness manufacturing system that spans material composition optimization, precise forging shape control, efficient collaboration of processing resources, and fine-tuning of heat treatment processes [1] - The successful resolution of challenges in manufacturing ultra-large impulse turbine runners establishes the core capability for high-quality and stable production of full-size forgings, paving the way for future engineering applications [1]

国家统计局7月31日发布数据显示，7月份，制造业采购经理指数（PMI）为49.3%，比上月下降0.4个百分点；非制造业商务活动指数和综合PMI产出指数 分别为50.1%和50.2%，比上月下降0.4和0.5个百分点，均持续高于临界点，我国经济总体产出保持扩张。 制造业PMI有所回落 "7月份，受制造业进入传统生产淡季，部分地区高温、暴雨洪涝灾害等因素影响，PMI降至49.3%，制造业景气水平较上月回落。"国家统计局服务业调查 中心高级统计师赵庆河表示。 图片来源：国家统计局 非制造业商务活动指数保持扩张 数据显示，7月份，非制造业商务活动指数为50.1%，比上月下降0.4个百分点，仍高于临界点。 图片来源：国家统计局 赵庆河表示，服务业商务活动指数总体稳定。7月份，服务业商务活动指数为50%，比上月略降0.1个百分点。从行业看，在暑期假日效应带动下，与居民 出行和消费相关的铁路运输、航空运输、邮政、文化体育娱乐等行业商务活动指数位于60.0%以上高位景气区间，业务总量较快增长。从市场预期看，7 月份，业务活动预期指数为56.6%，比上月上升0.6个百分点，表明多数服务业企业对市场预期较为乐观。 建筑业商务活动 ...