Core Viewpoint - CITIC Securities believes that the export growth in July continued to exceed expectations, with rapid growth in exports to ASEAN and Africa effectively offsetting the decline in demand from the United States [1] Export Analysis - In terms of export product structure, the semiconductor industry chain, automotive industry chain, and raw materials industry significantly contributed to export growth in July [1] - The contribution of labor-intensive products to overall exports has turned negative [1] Import Analysis - In July, the import growth rate rebounded, with a notable increase in the decline of imports from the United States, while the import quantity growth of most bulk commodities increased compared to previous values [1] Outlook - Looking ahead to the second half of the year, although direct exports to the U.S. and re-export trade will be affected by tariff disturbances, accelerated capacity transfer, technological product innovation, and diversified trade layouts are expected to mitigate some downward pressure on export growth [1] - The export growth rate is anticipated to achieve a positive growth of around 2.5% in the second half of the year [1]

Core Insights - China's export of electromechanical products reached 9.18 trillion yuan in the first seven months, marking a growth of 9.3% and accounting for 60% of total exports [1] - Exports of labor-intensive products decreased by 0.8% to 2.41 trillion yuan, representing 15.7% of total exports [1] - Agricultural product exports increased by 2.9% to 414.66 billion yuan [1] Electromechanical Products - Automatic data processing equipment and its components exported amounted to 823.62 billion yuan, with a growth of 1.1% [1] - Integrated circuits exports were valued at 778.45 billion yuan, showing a significant growth of 21.8% [1] - Automobile exports reached 513.46 billion yuan, reflecting a growth of 10.9% [1] Labor-Intensive Products - Exports of clothing and accessories totaled 636.79 billion yuan, with a slight increase of 0.9% [1] - Textile exports were valued at 590.07 billion yuan, growing by 2.7% [1] - Plastic products exports amounted to 438.9 billion yuan, with a growth of 0.5% [1] Agricultural Products - The total export value of agricultural products was 414.66 billion yuan, with a growth rate of 2.9% [1]

Core Insights - China's total goods trade value for the first seven months reached 25.7 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 3.5% [1] - Exports amounted to 15.31 trillion yuan, growing by 7.3%, while imports were 10.39 trillion yuan, showing a decline of 1.6% [1] Trade Performance - In July, the total goods trade value was 3.91 trillion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 6.7% [2] - Exports in July were 2.31 trillion yuan, up by 8%, and imports were 1.6 trillion yuan, increasing by 4.8% [2] Product Categories - Exports of electromechanical products reached 9.18 trillion yuan, a growth of 9.3%, accounting for 60% of total exports [3] - Exports of labor-intensive products decreased by 0.8% to 2.41 trillion yuan, representing 15.7% of total exports [3] - Agricultural product exports grew by 2.9% to 414.66 billion yuan [3] Trade Partners - ASEAN remained China's largest trading partner with a trade value of 4.29 trillion yuan, up by 9.4% [4] - The EU was the second-largest partner with a trade value of 3.35 trillion yuan, increasing by 3.9% [4] - Trade with the US decreased by 11.1% to 2.42 trillion yuan [4] Enterprise Performance - Private enterprises' imports and exports totaled 14.68 trillion yuan, a growth of 7.4%, making up 57.1% of total foreign trade [5] - Foreign-invested enterprises had a trade value of 7.46 trillion yuan, increasing by 2.6% [5] - State-owned enterprises saw a decline in trade value by 8.8% to 3.49 trillion yuan [5]

Core Insights - China's export of electromechanical products reached 9.18 trillion yuan in the first seven months, marking a year-on-year growth of 9.3%, accounting for 60% of total exports [1] - Exports of labor-intensive products decreased by 0.8% to 2.41 trillion yuan, representing 15.7% of total exports [1] - Agricultural product exports increased by 2.9% to 414.66 billion yuan [1] Electromechanical Products - Exports of automatic data processing equipment and its components amounted to 823.62 billion yuan, with a growth of 1.1% [1] - Integrated circuit exports reached 778.45 billion yuan, showing a significant growth of 21.8% [1] - Automobile exports totaled 513.46 billion yuan, reflecting a growth of 10.9% [1] Labor-Intensive Products - Exports of clothing and accessories were 636.79 billion yuan, with a slight increase of 0.9% [1] - Textile exports reached 590.07 billion yuan, growing by 2.7% [1] - Plastic product exports were 438.9 billion yuan, with a growth of 0.5% [1]

Group 1: Export Performance - June export growth rate was 5.9%, up 1.2 percentage points from the previous month, exceeding the Wind consensus forecast by 2.7 percentage points[3] - Cumulative export growth for the first half of the year was 5.9%, slightly higher than last year's full-year growth of 5.8%[3] - Trade surplus for the first half of the year reached $585.95 billion, a year-on-year increase of 34.52%, surpassing last year's growth of 20.7%[3] Group 2: Regional Export Trends - Exports to the U.S. decreased by 16.1%, but the decline narrowed by 18.4 percentage points from the previous month, with U.S. exports accounting for 12% of total exports[4] - Exports to ASEAN countries maintained high growth at 16.9%, with Vietnam, Thailand, and the Philippines showing growth rates of 23.8%, 27.9%, and 10.2% respectively[4] - Exports to the EU grew by 7.6%, down 4.4 percentage points from the previous month, with Germany's export growth slowing to 3.5%[4] Group 3: Product-Specific Insights - Labor-intensive product exports showed improvement, with declines narrowing to -7.1% for bags, -1.6% for textiles, and -4.0% for footwear[5] - Mechanical and high-tech product exports grew by 8.2% and 6.9% respectively, with integrated circuits, automobiles, and ships showing high growth rates of 24.2%, 23.1%, and 23.6%[5] - The contribution of mechanical products to export growth was 4.8 percentage points, while high-tech products contributed 1.6 percentage points[5] Group 4: Import Trends - Import growth returned to positive territory at 1.1%, a significant rebound of 4.5 percentage points from the previous month[6] - Mechanical and high-tech products were the main drivers of import growth, with rates of 6.4% and 10.0% respectively[6] - Energy product imports faced declines, with coal, crude oil, and natural gas showing decreases of -44.7%, -15.0%, and -5.9% respectively due to falling prices[6] Group 5: Future Outlook - Short-term export resilience is expected to continue, supported by tariff exemptions and ongoing "export grabbing" strategies[7] - However, medium to long-term pressures may build due to the expiration of tariff exemptions and potential demand exhaustion[7] - Risks include unexpected changes in overseas policies and slower-than-expected economic recovery abroad[8]

Core Viewpoint - China's export growth remains resilient, supported by strong performance in emerging markets and stable trade relations with developed economies, despite challenges in labor-intensive product exports and fluctuating commodity prices [1][3][5]. Group 1: Export Performance - In June 2025, China's exports grew by 5.8% year-on-year, with a cumulative growth of 5.9% for the first half of the year [1]. - Key markets contributing to export resilience include Europe, ASEAN, and Africa, with exports to the EU growing by 7.6% year-on-year [1][3]. - Emerging markets, particularly ASEAN, saw double-digit growth in exports, with Vietnam and Thailand experiencing over 20% year-on-year increases [1][3]. Group 2: Import Dynamics - Imports in June 2025 recorded a slight year-on-year increase of 1.1%, while the cumulative import decline for the first half was 3.9% [1]. - The decline in imports is attributed to falling commodity prices and weak domestic manufacturing sentiment, with major commodities like soybeans and iron ore seeing price drops [2]. Group 3: Trade Structure and Diversification - The share of emerging markets in China's exports is increasing, with the U.S. share dropping to around 12%, while ASEAN and Latin America account for 17.8% and 7.8% respectively [3][4]. - China's trade diversification is further supported by initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative and RCEP, enhancing trade relations with new partners [4]. Group 4: Export Product Composition - High-value products such as semiconductors, transportation equipment, and machinery are driving export growth, while labor-intensive products face pressure due to U.S. tariff policies [2][5]. - The export structure is shifting towards high-end manufacturing, with significant growth in integrated circuits (24.2% year-on-year) and machinery [2][4]. Group 5: Future Outlook - The combination of stable demand from emerging markets and strong bilateral trade relations with the EU is expected to bolster China's export resilience amid global trade uncertainties [5]. - The ongoing transformation of China's manufacturing sector towards high-end, intelligent, and green production is anticipated to enhance international competitiveness in exports [5].

Group 1 - China's exports in June recorded a year-on-year growth of 5.8%, with a cumulative growth of 5.9% in the first half of the year, supported by "rush exports" and "rush transshipments" from foreign trade enterprises [1] - Imports in June showed a slight year-on-year increase of 1.1%, while the cumulative import for the first half of the year decreased by 3.9%, primarily due to falling prices of bulk commodities and weak domestic manufacturing [1] - Key markets for China's exports include Europe, ASEAN, and Africa, with exports to the EU growing at a rate of 7.6% year-on-year in June [1][3] Group 2 - The export performance of sectors such as automobiles, semiconductor supply chains, transportation equipment, and machinery remains strong, while labor-intensive products face pressure [2] - Shipbuilding exports have shown high growth, achieving a 23.6% increase in June 2025, despite a high base in 2024 [2] - The import of bulk commodities has been a major drag, with most major imports, except for copper ore, experiencing a year-on-year price decline [2] Group 3 - The diversification of China's trade patterns is advancing, with emerging markets increasingly contributing to China's export share, while the share of exports to the US has decreased to around 12% [3] - ASEAN has become China's largest trading partner, with its share of exports rising to 17.8%, reflecting strengthened economic ties [3] - China's position in the EU import structure has remained stable, with its share around 21% since 2022, indicating stable bilateral trade relations [3] Group 4 - The structure of China's export goods is optimizing, with increasing competitiveness in high-end manufacturing products, which is expected to enhance export resilience [4] - The export share of high-end manufacturing goods, such as transportation equipment, is on the rise, while the share of textiles and miscellaneous products is declining [4] - Factors such as steady demand from emerging markets and stable trade relations with the EU are crucial for supporting China's export resilience amid global trade uncertainties [4]

Group 1 - The total value of foreign trade in Liaoning Province reached 304.8 billion yuan in the first five months of this year, with exports increasing by 12.1% to 161.55 billion yuan, setting a historical record for the same period [1] - Despite a slight year-on-year decline of 1.8% in total import and export value, the decline has narrowed by 1.4 percentage points compared to the first four months, indicating a clear trend of stabilization and recovery [1] - Private enterprises have emerged as the main force in foreign trade, with an import and export value of 158.68 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 9.9%, accounting for 52.1% of the province's total, up 5.5 percentage points from the same period last year [1] Group 2 - The structure of trade methods is optimizing, with general trade totaling 195.74 billion yuan, accounting for 64.2% of the total. Bonded logistics have surged, with imports and exports reaching 48.62 billion yuan, a significant increase of 28.2% [1] - Liaoning's trade with the EU and ASEAN remains strong, with import and export values of 44.78 billion yuan and 43.58 billion yuan respectively. Trade with ASEAN has shown a robust growth rate of 14% [2] - Exports of electromechanical products, a key pillar, reached 80.36 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 6%, accounting for 49.7% of total exports [2] Group 3 - The increase in exports to emerging markets and free trade partners, along with the significant rise in the share of private enterprises, reflects the effectiveness of national and local policies aimed at stabilizing foreign trade [3] - The achievements in foreign trade are indicative of the successful transformation and upgrading of Liaoning's industries, enhancing the international competitiveness of its enterprises [3] - The strong performance in foreign trade is expected to provide solid external support and confidence for the comprehensive revitalization of Northeast China [3]

Export Performance - In May, China's export growth rate was 4.8%, slightly below the expected 6.24% and the seasonal average of 5.66%[8] - The two-year compound growth rate for exports in May was 6.1%, an increase of 1.44 percentage points from April's 4.66%[8] - Exports to the US saw a significant decline, with a year-on-year growth rate of -34.52%, negatively impacting overall export growth[21] Trade Partnerships - Exports to ASEAN countries contributed positively, with a year-on-year increase of 2.5%, while exports to the EU also showed improvement, contributing 1.76%[9] - The Belt and Road Initiative countries saw a year-on-year export growth of 12.26%, contributing 5.97% to overall exports[11] - Non-US trade partnerships have strengthened, with exports to non-US countries becoming a crucial support for maintaining export resilience[9] Key Export Products - High-tech products and machinery exports remained strong, with machinery exports growing by 7.17% year-on-year[12] - Integrated circuit exports continued to show high growth, while exports of mobile phones and LCD panels experienced a slowdown[12] - Transportation equipment exports were stable, with automotive exports growing by 13.73% and auto parts by 43.65%[16] Import Trends - In May, imports decreased by 3.4% year-on-year, significantly below the market expectation of a 0.31% increase[18] - Imports from the US, Japan, and ASEAN countries showed negative contributions, with the US contributing -1.09% to the overall import growth[20] Market Outlook - The report maintains a cautious but optimistic outlook for exports, suggesting that the worst impacts of US tariffs may have passed, with potential for recovery in US-China trade negotiations before the tariff exemption period ends on July 8[22][24] - The market sentiment remains cautious due to uncertainties surrounding US tariff policies, but there is potential for structural valuation recovery if negotiations progress positively[26]

Export Performance - In May 2025, China's exports reached $316.1 billion, a year-on-year increase of 4.8%, down 3.3 percentage points from April's 8.1% growth[2][3] - The decline in export growth is attributed to high base effects, seasonal factors, and a slowdown in global trade demand, with the global manufacturing PMI dropping to 49.6[3][4] - High-tech products contributed more significantly to export growth compared to labor-intensive products, with high-tech exports growing by 4.9%[12][14] Import Trends - Imports in May 2025 totaled $212.88 billion, a year-on-year decrease of 3.4%, falling short of the expected 0.3% growth[2][16] - The decline in imports is influenced by weak domestic demand and falling prices of bulk commodities, with significant drops in iron ore (down 12.5%) and coal (down 38.7%) imports[16][18] - High-end manufacturing imports, such as automatic data processing equipment and rubber, showed strong growth, increasing by 47.6% and 40% respectively[16][18] Trade Balance - The trade surplus for May 2025 was $103.22 billion, an increase from the previous month's surplus of $96.18 billion[2] Market Outlook - Future export growth is expected to be supported by the release of previously accumulated orders following the Geneva talks, with a focus on diversifying markets in ASEAN, Africa, and the Gulf Cooperation Council[19][20] - Despite the current resilience in exports, long-term pressures remain due to high tariffs and ongoing trade tensions, particularly with the U.S.[20][24]