Core Insights - The eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE) concluded with a record intended transaction amount of $83.49 billion, marking a 4.4% increase from the previous year [1][2] - The event showcased the importance of trade, investment, and consumption, with various activities aimed at enhancing collaboration among exhibitors and buyers [1][2] Group 1: Transaction and Participation Highlights - The expo featured 43 trading groups and over 700 sub-groups, attracting more than 460,000 registered attendees, a 7% increase year-on-year [2] - Significant procurement activities included over 600 rounds of negotiations and 1,300 rounds of product matching in sectors like agriculture, consumer goods, and healthcare [2] - The Shanghai trading group led local participation with an intended transaction amount of $10.62 billion, up 5.14% year-on-year, with a notable 34% increase in intended transactions from Belt and Road countries [2] Group 2: Exhibitor and Product Innovations - The expo featured over 36.7 million square meters of exhibition space with 4,108 companies from 138 countries, both figures being historical highs [4] - A total of 461 new products, technologies, and services were launched, including 201 global debuts and 195 China debuts, highlighting advancements in various sectors [4][5] - Notable products included the world's fastest non-invasive medical testing device and the lightest foldable smartphone, showcasing China's role as a global innovation hub [4] Group 3: Consumer Trends and Market Engagement - Emerging consumer trends such as the "silver economy," "pet economy," and "self-care consumption" were prominent, with products catering to aging populations and health management gaining traction [5] - Major multinational companies participated, with many sending top executives to the event, reflecting a strong commitment to the Chinese market [5] - Companies like doTERRA have transformed their approach in China, leveraging the expo to access a vast consumer base and create significant employment opportunities globally [5] Group 4: Future Events and Strategic Initiatives - The upcoming Import Expo Quality Products Fair will take place from December 19 to 21, aimed at further promoting imports and consumer engagement [7] - Preparations for the ninth CIIE are underway, with a focus on expanding exhibition space and enhancing international procurement and investment promotion [7] - The CIIE aims to strengthen its role as a platform for high-level openness and global cooperation, continuously improving its offerings for international public goods [7]

展客商洽谈签约成果丰硕 吴政平介绍，本届进博会共组建43个交易团和700多个交易分团，注册观众超过46万人，同比增长7%。 第八届进博会为展客商创造了多样化的交流对接机会。比如，采购商长廊迎来20家连锁零售、头部电商平台和 14家央企入驻，企业洽谈超过600轮次。重要采购商选品会上，开展农食、消费品和医疗领域对接1300轮次。 贸易投资对接会吸引超过5000家企业和园区，达成合作意向超300项。集中签约活动达成合作意向近600项。 按一年计，第八届意向成交额达834.9亿美元，比上届增长4.4%，创历史新高。上海交易团连续八年位居地方 交易团首位，按一年计意向成交金额达106.2亿美元，同比增长5.14%，其中，共建"一带一路"国家意向成交额 同比增长34%。 参展商收获满满。冈比亚的腰果、花生和埃塞俄比亚的豆粕首次参展，贝宁的奶油菠萝、马达加斯加的草饲羊 肉再度成为"人气爆款"。 贝宁展台相关工作人员11月10日接受证券时报记者采访时透露，以贸易渠道进口到中国的首批贝宁菠萝正在清 关，预计几天后中国消费者即可在电商平台购买。 第八届进博会意向成交额出炉！ 11月10日，为期六天的第八届进博会正式闭幕。证券时 ...