Solid H1 2025 Performance
The Chinese mainland’s economy delivered a solid performance in the first half of 2025, with data from the State Taxation Administration showing robust gains across manufacturing, high-tech industries and domestic consumption.
- Manufacturing sales revenue rose 1.5 percentage points faster than the national average.
- High-tech industries posted a 14.3% year-on-year jump in sales revenue.
- Corporate investment in mechanical equipment grew 11.1%.
- Sales of audio-visual products and home appliances surged 45.3% and 56.6%, respectively.
Key Priorities for H2 2025
Building on these gains, multiple departments have outlined three main focal areas for the second half:
- Modernize Manufacturing: Accelerate equipment upgrades and support enterprises in boosting production efficiency.
- Scale High-Tech Industries: Encourage innovation and investment in emerging sectors to sustain high growth rates.
- Boost Domestic Consumption: Leverage trade-in programs and consumer incentives to drive demand for home electronics and appliances.
These priorities are designed to sustain momentum, balance growth across sectors, and chart a clear economic path for the rest of 2025.
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China sets economic focus for H2 2025 following solid H1 gains
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