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]

Economic Overview - In May, major economic indicators such as industrial output, services, consumption, and investment continued to grow, with external trade maintaining stable growth despite pressures [1][2] - The retail sales of consumer goods increased by 6.4% year-on-year in May, accelerating by 1.3 percentage points from the previous month [2] - The service industry production index rose by 6.2% year-on-year, up by 0.2 percentage points from April [2] Consumption and Investment - Policies promoting consumption have effectively released domestic consumption potential, with significant growth in retail sales of home appliances and other categories [2] - Investment in equipment and tools grew by 17.3% from January to May, contributing 63.6% to overall investment growth [2] - The production of new energy vehicles, tablets, and electric bicycles saw substantial increases in May, with growth rates of 31.7%, 30.9%, and 20.5% respectively [2] Industrial Performance - The industrial added value increased by 5.8% year-on-year in May, with manufacturing showing resilience despite a slight slowdown [4] - Manufacturing investment rose by 8.5% year-on-year from January to May, although this was a slight decrease from the previous period [4] - The equipment manufacturing and high-tech manufacturing sectors contributed significantly to industrial production, with growth rates of 9% and 8.6% respectively [4][5] Foreign Trade - In May, the total value of imports and exports grew by 2.7%, with exports increasing by 6.3% [6] - Despite a decline in trade with the US, trade with ASEAN, the EU, and Belt and Road countries continued to grow [6] - The import of goods decreased by 2.1% in May, influenced by global trade uncertainties and falling international commodity prices [7] Price Trends - The Consumer Price Index (CPI) fell by 0.1% year-on-year in May, while the core CPI rose by 0.6% [8][9] - The decline in CPI was primarily driven by lower international energy prices and increased supply of food products [8] - The core CPI's increase indicates a gradual recovery in domestic demand and price levels [9] Real Estate Market - The real estate market is showing signs of stabilization, with a narrowing decline in housing prices across major cities [10][11] - New housing sales area and sales value saw a year-on-year decline of 2.9% and 3.8% respectively from January to May [11] - The inventory of unsold properties decreased, indicating a potential recovery in market confidence [11] Economic Outlook - The overall economic performance in the first five months suggests a stable growth trajectory, with expectations for the GDP to maintain a steady pace [12] - Predictions for the second quarter indicate that various projects and infrastructure investments may boost domestic demand [12]

Economic Overview - In May, China's economy showed overall stability with several indicators improving, indicating the growth of new economic drivers and a sustained high-quality development trend [1][2] - The industrial added value above designated size grew by 5.8% year-on-year, while the service production index increased by 6.2%, accelerating by 0.2 percentage points from the previous month [3] - The retail sales of consumer goods rose by 6.4% year-on-year in May, with an acceleration of 1.3 percentage points compared to April [3] Consumption Trends - The growth in retail sales was significantly supported by the "old-for-new" policy, which led to substantial increases in sales of home appliances and communication equipment, contributing 1.9 percentage points to the overall retail sales growth [5] - The "6·18" online shopping promotion, starting from May 13, further accelerated online retail sales, which grew by 6.3% year-on-year in the first five months, accounting for 24.5% of total retail sales [5][6] - Holiday consumption showed positive trends, with domestic tourism increasing by 6.4% during the "May Day" holiday, and restaurant income growing by 5.9% in May [6][7] Industrial Development - The new economic momentum is also reflected in the high-end, intelligent, and green development of the industrial sector, with the added value of high-tech manufacturing growing by 8.6% year-on-year [8][9] - Key industries such as automotive manufacturing and electronic equipment manufacturing saw significant growth, with respective increases of 11.6% and 10.2% [8] - The production of new energy vehicles and lithium-ion batteries surged by 31.7% and 52.5%, respectively, indicating a strong shift towards green production [8]

从生产端看，工业生产平稳增长，服务业增长加快。5月份，全国规模以上工业增加值同比增长5.8%。 其中，装备制造业增加值同比增长9%，高技术制造业增加值增长8.6%，分别快于全部规模以上工业增 加值3.2和2.8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。 从需求端看，市场销售明显回升，固定资产投资继续扩大。在消费品以旧换新政策、网售促销等因素影 响下，市场销售增长加快。5月份，社会消费品零售总额同比增长6.4%，比上月加快1.3个百分点。1至5 月份，全国固定资产投资（不含农户）同比增长3.7%；扣除房地产开发投资，全国固定资产投资增长 7.7%。 经济运行平稳与否，不仅要看生产需求指标的变化，还要看就业、物价的情况。 5月份，全国城镇调查失业率为5%，比上月下降0.1个百分点。尽管受到国际输入性因素和部分食品价 格下降影响，5月份全国居民消费价格指数（CPI）同比小幅下降，但扣除食品和能源价格后的核心CPI 同比上涨0.6%，涨幅比上月扩大0.1个百分点。 新华社北京6月16日电 题：顶压前行 向优向新——透视5月份我国经济运行态势 新华社记者潘洁、张晓洁 5月份我国主要经济指标 ...

Economic Overview - The overall economic operation in May remained stable, with some indicators continuing to improve, showcasing strong resilience and vitality in China's economy [1] - The economic operation is expected to maintain a steady and progressive development trend in the first half of the year [1] Production and Demand - In May, industrial production saw rapid growth, supported by various policies, with the industrial added value for large-scale enterprises increasing by 5.8% year-on-year and 0.61% month-on-month [3] - The manufacturing sector experienced a 6.2% year-on-year growth, while the equipment manufacturing and high-tech manufacturing sectors grew by 9.0% and 8.6%, respectively, outpacing the overall industrial growth [3] - The service sector's production index increased by 6.2% year-on-year, with significant contributions from information transmission, software, and IT services, which grew by 11.2% [3][4] Consumer Market - The total retail sales of consumer goods in May rose by 6.4% year-on-year, accelerating by 1.3 percentage points compared to the previous month [4] - The "old for new" consumption policy significantly boosted retail sales in various categories, including home appliances and communication equipment, with growth rates of 53.0% and 33.0%, respectively [4] New Growth Drivers - The new growth drivers, including high-end manufacturing, digital economy, and new energy industries, are continuously strengthening, promoting industrial transformation and stable economic operation [5] - High-tech manufacturing added value increased by 8.6% year-on-year, with the production of new energy vehicles and solar batteries growing by 31.7% and 27.8%, respectively [5][6] Innovation and Green Transition - Continuous innovation investment and technological advancements are driving industrial innovation, with industrial robot production increasing by 32% and smart vehicle equipment manufacturing rising by 26.8% [6] - The green low-carbon transition is ongoing, with significant growth in clean energy generation, including wind and solar power, which increased by 11.1% and 18.3%, respectively [6] Trade Performance - In May, the total import and export value reached 38,098 billion yuan, with exports growing by 6.3% and imports declining by 2.1% [7] - Trade with ASEAN, the EU, and Belt and Road countries showed growth, with respective increases of 9.1%, 2.9%, and 4.2% in the first five months [8] - Private foreign trade enterprises demonstrated strong market adaptability, with their export growth at 8% and import growth at 4.9%, outperforming overall foreign trade [8]

Economic Growth - In May, the national industrial added value above designated size increased by 5.8% year-on-year, with equipment manufacturing and high-tech manufacturing growing at 9.0% and 8.6% respectively, outpacing the overall industrial growth by 3.2 and 2.8 percentage points [1][12] - The service industry production index rose by 6.2% year-on-year in May, accelerating by 0.2 percentage points compared to the previous month [2][14] Consumer Market - The total retail sales of consumer goods reached 41,326 billion yuan in May, marking a 6.4% year-on-year increase, which is 1.3 percentage points higher than the previous month [3][16] - Sales of household appliances and audio-visual equipment, communication equipment, cultural and office supplies, and furniture saw year-on-year growth ranging from 25.6% to 53% [11][16] Investment Trends - From January to May, fixed asset investment (excluding rural households) totaled 191,947 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 3.7%, particularly in high-tech industries such as information services and aerospace manufacturing [4][16] - Investment in equipment and tools increased by 17.3% in the first five months, contributing 63.6% to overall investment growth [11] Employment and Market Activity - The employment situation remained stable, with a decrease in the urban survey unemployment rate [6] - Macro policies have effectively enhanced market activity, leading to increased passenger turnover and a rise in domestic tourism during the "May Day" holiday [10] Industry Performance - The production of lithium-ion batteries, shipbuilding, and boiler manufacturing industries achieved double-digit growth in May, driven by large-scale equipment updates [8] - The production of new energy vehicles, tablets, and electric bicycles saw significant increases of 31.7%, 30.9%, and 20.5% respectively [8][12]

Economic Performance - In May, the industrial added value increased by 5.8% year-on-year, down from 6.1% in April, with a cumulative growth of 6.3% from January to May[1] - The total retail sales of consumer goods grew by 6.4% year-on-year in May, up from 5.1% in April, with a cumulative growth of 5.0% from January to May[1] - Fixed asset investment from January to May increased by 3.7% year-on-year, down 0.3 percentage points from the previous value, with May's investment growth at 2.7%, a decline of 0.8 percentage points from April[1][2] Industrial Sector Insights - The manufacturing sector's added value growth slowed to 6.2% in May, down 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, primarily due to external trade environment changes affecting export trade[4] - Despite a slowdown in export delivery value growth to 0.6% in May, the industrial added value remained around 6.0% due to domestic demand policies and technological innovation[5] - High-tech manufacturing added value grew by 8.6%, indicating strong support for overall industrial performance[5] Consumer Behavior - The rapid growth in retail sales was driven by the "old-for-new" policy for durable goods, with significant increases in categories like home appliances (53.0% growth) and communication equipment (33.0% growth) in May[8] - Automotive retail sales saw a rebound with a 13.6% increase, although the retail sales growth was only 1.1%, indicating pricing pressures in the market[8][9] Investment Trends - Manufacturing investment from January to May showed a cumulative year-on-year growth of 8.5%, with equipment investment growing by 17.3%, contributing significantly to overall investment growth[10] - Real estate investment continued to decline, with a cumulative drop of 10.7% from January to May, and a monthly decline of 12.4% in May, reflecting ongoing market adjustments[11] - Infrastructure investment (excluding electricity) grew by 5.6% year-on-year from January to May, but May's growth slowed to 5.1% due to weak project funding and execution[12] Future Outlook - The economic outlook suggests continued challenges from external trade dynamics, with expectations of further monetary easing and fiscal measures to support growth in the second half of the year[3][13] - The real estate market's stabilization is crucial for boosting consumer confidence and investment, with anticipated support measures to enhance housing market recovery[11][14]

Economic Performance - In May, industrial added value increased by 5.8% year-on-year, while the service production index rose by 6.2%[3] - Retail sales grew by 6.4% year-on-year, up 1.3 percentage points from the previous month[3] - Fixed asset investment accumulated a year-on-year growth of 3.7%, down 0.3 percentage points from last month[3] Sector Analysis - Infrastructure and manufacturing investment grew by 10.4% and 8.5% respectively in the first five months of the year[3] - New energy vehicle production surged by 40.8%, while industrial robots increased by 32%[3] - Real estate sales and investment saw declines of -2.9% and -10.7% respectively in the first five months[3] Price Trends - The Producer Price Index (PPI) fell from -2.7% to -3.3% year-on-year, indicating price pressures affecting investment[3] - Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed signs of stabilization, nearing the mid-level of 2022-2024[3] Future Outlook - The economy is expected to meet the annual growth target of around 5%, but structural changes will depend on the evolution of the current economic narratives[3] - Key issues to monitor include the potential overconsumption of durable goods, export growth rates, and the government's policy responses[3]