Group 1 - The contribution rate of consumption to economic growth is expected to exceed 50% in the first half of 2025, with a year-on-year increase of 5.0% in the total retail sales of social consumer goods, indicating a strong momentum for economic growth [1] - The policy of replacing old consumer goods has shown significant results, leading to substantial growth in retail sales of home appliances and communication equipment, thus creating new development opportunities for related industries [1] - The retail sales growth rate peaked in May due to the combination of e-commerce promotions and policy benefits, showcasing the robust vitality of the consumption market [1] Group 2 - The recovery in consumption not only supports economic growth but also plays a crucial role in improving livelihoods and promoting employment, creating numerous job opportunities [2] - The trend of consumption upgrading encourages enterprises to increase innovation investments, enhancing product quality and service levels, thereby providing consumers with more choices and better experiences [2] - Continuous optimization of consumption policies by the government is essential to consolidate and expand the results of the consumption recovery, ensuring a safe and reliable consumption environment [2]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the performance of China's retail sector in June 2025, highlighting a slowdown in growth rates across various categories of consumer goods, influenced by high base effects from the previous year and changes in promotional cycles [2][8]. Retail Performance Summary - In June 2025, the total retail sales of consumer goods reached 4.23 trillion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 4.8%, which is a decrease of 1.6 percentage points from May [2]. - For the first half of 2025, the total retail sales amounted to 24.55 trillion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 5.0%, an increase of 1.3 percentage points compared to the same period last year [2]. Category-Specific Insights - Supermarket sector saw a year-on-year increase of 8.7% in grain and oil products, but this was a decline of 5.9 percentage points from May [3]. - Beverage sales dropped by 4.4% year-on-year, with a decrease of 4.5 percentage points from the previous month [3]. - Daily necessities experienced a year-on-year growth of 7.8%, slightly down by 0.2 percentage points from May [3]. Apparel and Cosmetics - Textile and apparel retail sales grew by 1.9% year-on-year, down 2.1 percentage points from May [4]. - Cosmetic sales fell by 2.3% year-on-year, a significant drop of 6.7 percentage points compared to the previous month [4]. Jewelry and Electronics - The gold and jewelry sector reported a year-on-year growth of 6.1%, but this was a decline of 15.7 percentage points from May [5]. - Home appliances saw a substantial year-on-year increase of 32.4%, although this represented a decrease of 20.6 percentage points from the previous month [6]. Other Categories - Tobacco and alcohol retail sales decreased by 0.7% year-on-year, down 11.9 percentage points from May [7]. - Communication equipment sales grew by 13.9% year-on-year, but this was a decline of 19.1 percentage points from the previous month [7]. - Cultural and office supplies saw a year-on-year increase of 24.4%, down 6.1 percentage points from May [7]. Market Dynamics - The slowdown in retail sales growth in June is attributed to a high base effect from the previous year and the elongation of promotional cycles, leading to an earlier release of consumer demand [8]. - Essential goods experienced a decline in growth rates, with beverages and tobacco categories showing negative year-on-year growth [8]. - Optional goods, particularly in the gold and jewelry sector, faced demand suppression due to fluctuating gold prices, resulting in a decrease in growth rates [8].

Group 1 - The State Council emphasizes strengthening the domestic circulation as a strategic move to promote stable and sustainable economic growth [1] - The meeting proposed specific measures such as removing unreasonable restrictions on consumer spending, expanding investment in emerging service industries, and optimizing the old-for-new policy for consumer goods [1][3] - The contribution of domestic demand to GDP growth in the first half of the year was 68.8%, with final consumption expenditure contributing 52% [2] Group 2 - The old-for-new policy for consumer goods is identified as a key measure to expand domestic demand, with sales related to this policy exceeding 1.4 trillion yuan [3][4] - The government plans to issue the third batch of funds for the old-for-new policy in July, focusing on timely and balanced implementation [3] - Service consumption is highlighted as an important area for tapping into consumption potential, with service retail sales growing by 5.3% year-on-year in the first half of the year [5] Group 3 - The State Council calls for targeted actions to enhance policy precision and operability, aiming to address bottlenecks in domestic circulation [6] - There is potential for expanding the scope of the old-for-new policy to include more categories and support high-quality, green, and intelligent products [4][6] - The government has ample policy space to stimulate domestic demand, given its relatively low debt levels and inflation rates compared to other major economies [6]

Economic Performance - In Q2, the actual GDP grew by 5.2% year-on-year, supported by durable consumer goods subsidies contributing 2.7 percentage points and net exports contributing 1.2 percentage points[3] - The nominal GDP growth rate fell to 3.9%, down 0.7 percentage points from Q1, indicating insufficient domestic consumption and investment momentum[3] Consumer Trends - Retail sales in June showed a year-on-year increase of 4.8% and 5.5% for above-limit retail, both down from May by 1.6 and 2.7 percentage points respectively[4] - The decline in essential goods and dining revenues was attributed to adverse weather conditions, while durable goods related to real estate maintained high growth, with June showing a 10.2% increase[4] Investment Insights - Fixed asset investment in June fell by 0.1% year-on-year, marking the first monthly negative growth since 2022, with real estate development investment down by 12.9%[5] - Manufacturing and broad infrastructure investments decreased by 3.4% and 5.0% respectively, reflecting high base effects and strict control over local government debt[5] Real Estate Market - Residential sales area saw a significant year-on-year decline of 7.3%, with new and second-hand housing prices continuing to drop, indicating ongoing adjustments in the real estate market[5] - The price-to-income ratio in the real estate market remains high, with new and second-hand housing prices falling by 0.3% and 0.6% respectively in June[5] Industrial Output - Industrial value added rose by 1.0 percentage points to 6.8% in June, with manufacturing and mining sectors showing increases of 1.2 and 0.4 percentage points respectively[28] - Key manufacturing sectors such as textiles and chemicals showed significant recovery, while automotive manufacturing experienced a slight decline but remained in a high growth range[28] Future Outlook - The sustainability of high economic growth in the second half of the year is uncertain, with potential downward pressures on exports and consumption due to external factors and ongoing real estate market challenges[6] - Monetary and fiscal policies may need to be effectively timed to stimulate the economy, especially if export performance declines rapidly post-August[6] Risks - Risks include the possibility of fiscal expansion falling short of expectations and a greater-than-expected decline in exports[7]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the significant recovery and growth of China's consumer market in the first half of the year, driven by effective policy measures and increased domestic demand [1][2][3] - China's total retail sales of consumer goods reached 24.5458 trillion yuan, marking a year-on-year growth of 5.0%, with a 0.4 percentage point acceleration compared to the first quarter [1] - Domestic demand contributed 68.8% to GDP growth, with final consumption expenditure accounting for 52% of this contribution, indicating that consumption is the main driver of economic growth [1] Group 2 - The "old for new" consumption policy has not only stimulated current consumption but also fostered new concepts such as green and smart consumption, promoting a positive interaction between industrial and consumption upgrades [2] - The Chinese government has been expanding its visa-free "circle" to boost international inbound tourism and consumption, while cities like Beijing and Shanghai are actively developing international consumption centers [2] - New consumer demands are emerging rapidly, with major cities witnessing increased market activity and innovative cultural and sports consumption scenarios being developed in lower-tier cities [2] Group 3 - The consumer market in China is expected to remain active in the second half of the year, supported by ongoing policies aimed at expanding domestic demand and stimulating consumption [3] - There is significant room for existing policies to continue supporting consumption and improving livelihoods, with 138 billion yuan in central funds set to be distributed in the latter half of the year to support the "old for new" consumption initiative [3] - The cumulative effect of the "old for new" policy and other consumption-promoting measures is anticipated to enhance market performance, leading to a potential upward trend in consumer activity [3]

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese economy showed a moderate recovery in the first half of 2025, achieving a growth rate of 5.3%, supported by proactive fiscal and monetary policies [1][3]. Fiscal Policy - The fiscal policy has become more aggressive, with the issuance of special government bonds increasing from 1 trillion yuan to 1.3 trillion yuan, and the support for the trade-in program doubling from 150 billion yuan to 300 billion yuan [3]. - New special bonds amounting to 4.4 trillion yuan are expected to focus primarily on real estate acquisition [3]. - The government has maintained a high utilization rate of public fiscal deficits in the first quarter, indicating a continued expansion of fiscal spending [3]. Monetary Policy - Short-term interest rates have been lowered, with market interest rates declining more than benchmark rates since the second half of the first quarter [3]. - A series of financial support policies, including reserve requirement ratio cuts and interest rate reductions, have been implemented since May 7, which are expected to boost credit expansion and demand [3]. Consumption Sector - The consumption sector has seen a rebound in retail sales growth, driven by the trade-in policy, particularly in automobiles, home appliances, and digital products [4]. Manufacturing Sector - The industrial added value for large-scale enterprises grew by 6.4% year-on-year, with equipment manufacturing and high-tech manufacturing increasing by 10.2% and 9.5%, respectively [5]. - Manufacturing investment is projected to grow by approximately 8.4% in 2025, supported by policies aimed at enhancing new productive forces and equipment upgrades [5]. Future Outlook - The government is expected to implement expansionary policies in the second half of the year to support growth, particularly in weak areas such as real estate, services, and consumption [5]. - There is strong confidence in achieving a GDP growth rate of over 5% for the year, given the positive results from the first half [6].

Core Viewpoint - The overall economic performance in the first half of the year is stable and improving, with a GDP growth of 5.3% year-on-year, indicating strong resilience and pressure resistance of the Chinese economy [2][3]. Economic Performance - The GDP for the first half of the year reached 66,053.6 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 5.3% [2]. - The contribution rate of domestic demand to GDP growth was 68.8%, with final consumption expenditure contributing 52% [4]. - The first quarter GDP growth was 5.4%, while the second quarter saw a slight decrease to 5.2% [2]. Sector Analysis - The primary industry added value was 31,172 billion yuan, growing by 3.7%; the secondary industry reached 239,050 billion yuan, with a growth of 5.3%; and the tertiary industry added 390,314 billion yuan, growing by 5.5% [2]. - Retail sales of consumer goods totaled 24.55 trillion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 5%, and the second quarter growth accelerated to 5.4% [4]. Consumer Trends - Service consumption accounted for an increasing share, with service retail sales growing by 5.3% and goods retail sales by 5.1% [4]. - Upgrading consumption trends were noted, with sports goods retail sales increasing by 22.2% and jewelry retail sales by 11.3% [4]. - New consumption models and trends, such as "self-indulgent consumption" and personalized consumption, are emerging [4]. Future Outlook - The positive consumption trend is expected to continue into the second half of the year, supported by ongoing consumption policies and subsidies [5]. - The expansion of visa-free policies is boosting domestic consumption, with significant increases in foreign visitors during holidays [5].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the effectiveness of the old-for-new consumption policy in driving retail growth in various categories of household appliances and related products [1] Group 2 - Retail sales of household appliances and audio-visual equipment increased by 30.7% [1] - Retail sales of cultural and office supplies grew by 25.4% [1] - Retail sales of communication equipment rose by 24.1% [1] - Retail sales of furniture items experienced a growth of 22.9% [1]

作 者丨郑玮 编 辑丨周上祺 近日，1—5月国民经济运行数据发布，消费、工业、出口等板块表现受到市场关注。 从数据表现上看，5月消费强势领跑，工业、出口则呈现韧性中放缓趋势。其中，5月社会消费 品零售总额同比增长6.4%，实现今年以来月度最高增速，增幅跑赢出口、投资。与"高歌猛 进"的消费相对的是，5月规上工业增加值、货物出口总额同比增速均有所放缓。 表现亮眼的消费主要受到什么因素驱动？"国补"政策效应能否长期持续？下半年中国出口市场 将呈现何种走势？还有哪些潜在风险需要注意？围绕市场关注议题，21世纪经济报道专访广发 证券首席经济学家郭磊。 郭磊认为，在"两新"政策带动下，目前消费仍处于政策红利期，未来除财政补贴外，促消费政 策在收入端、金融端、社会端等方面也仍然存在很多政策空间，预计下半年"两新"和服务类消 费带动下的消费仍将保持相对活跃状态。 同时，郭磊分析表示，受逆全球化关税政策、建筑业降幅扩大等影响，下半年出口-制造业条 线或将有所放缓，对冲方式包括推动建筑业逆周期，加快基建开工和实物工作量，以及推动消 费和服务业发展，用消费动能部分替代出口动能，以内需的确定性应对外需的不确定性。 （广发证券首席经 ...

Core Viewpoint - The "trade-in" policy has significantly boosted China's retail sector in the first half of the year, with May retail data showing unexpected growth, particularly in home appliances [1][2]. Group 1: Retail Sector Performance - In May, China's total retail sales reached 4.13 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 6.4%, marking the fastest monthly growth rate in 2024 [2]. - Retail sales of home appliances grew by over 50% year-on-year in May, indicating strong consumer demand driven by the trade-in policy [1][2]. - The trade-in policy has been identified as a key driver of consumption growth, with specific categories like home appliances, communication equipment, and furniture showing significant increases of 53.0%, 33.0%, and 25.6% respectively [2]. Group 2: Economic Outlook and Policy Recommendations - The economic outlook for the next few months remains positive, supported by the release of prior export orders and the ongoing impact of the trade-in policy on consumption [6]. - Recommendations for stimulating consumption growth include enhancing wealth and income through policies aimed at stabilizing the real estate and stock markets, as well as reforming social security and welfare systems [2][6]. - The need to create new consumption scenarios is emphasized, with examples like the Jiangsu province's city football league driving local economic activity in tourism, dining, and accommodation [3]. Group 3: Manufacturing and Innovation - China's manufacturing sector has shown significant advantages, with over 30% global market share and rapid advancements in key areas such as shipbuilding and artificial intelligence [4]. - The domestic innovative pharmaceutical industry is experiencing growth due to supportive policies and increased R&D investment, indicating a robust environment for technological advancement [4]. Group 4: International Market Competitiveness - Chinese companies that have survived intense domestic competition are demonstrating strong capabilities in international markets, reflecting their competitive strength [5].